Man dies in multi-vehicle M54 collision
A man has died and three others have been injured following a multi-vehicle road traffic collision on the M54 today.
Two lorries and two vans were involved in the collision on the westbound carriageway of the M54 shortly after 8.30am this morning.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “The first casualty, a man, was found out of his vehicle and had suffered serious crush injuries. Crews immediately assessed the man, but unfortunately nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed deceased at the scene.
“A second patient, who was believed to have been from one of the vans, was treated on scene for head and leg injuries. The man, believed to be in his 40’s, was airlifted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further assessment and treatment.
“A third man, believed to be the driver of one of the lorries, was treated at the scene for a back injury. The casualty, believed to be in his 50’s, was immobilised and conveyed, via land ambulance, to Princess Royal Hospital for further assessment and treatment.
“A second van was found on its side further down the carriageway. The occupant of the van, a man, was treated on scene for minor injuries.”
An investigation has been started by Central Motorway Police Group who are appealing to any witnesses to the incident to contact them on 0121 626 1285.
Three ambulances, two ambulance officers, an incident support officer and the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance were dispatched to the scene.
