Fresh appeal over fatal north Shropshire collision
Police investigating a road collision in which two men were killed when their car crashed into trees in north Shropshire, have issued a fresh appeal for information.
Officers seeking to establish the full circumstances behind the tragedy, are urging witnesses or motorists arriving at the scene immediately after the crash on April 30, to come forward as a matter of urgency.
Gareth Tyson, aged 23, of The Grove, Hodnet and Jack Speight, aged 22, of Shropshire Street, Market Drayton, died when their black VW Golf GT TDi lost control and left the A442 at Peplow shortly after 10.30pm.
Police have revealed they believe the Golf had just overtaken a silver Vauxhall Corsa when the collision happened.
Investigating officer, PC Tim Blackham said the Golf was travelling along the A442 towards Hodnet approaching the crossroads at Radmoor Farm, Peplow. "We believe it had just overtaken the Corsa and had to return to the correct side of the road very quickly due to an unidentified oncoming vehicle.
"Unfortunately, in doing so, the Golf lost control and left the road. The unidentified oncoming vehicle was in no way to blame and indeed, it's quite possible the driver was not aware a collision had taken place.
"However, we are anxious to trace the driver as they will be able to provide details to help the investigation and we are appealing for them to contact Shrewsbury police station by calling 0300 333 3000."
PC Blackham said police were also trying to trace the driver of a red old style Peugeot 405 or similar vehicle which either stopped at the scene or drove past shortly after. "Again, this car is not believed to be directly involved but the driver may be able to help. It's possible they flashed their headlights as a warning to oncoming traffic."
A police file is being prepared for the inquest to be conducted by coroner Mr John Ellery.
