DYFED POWYS POLICE is appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision near Trecwn, Pembrokeshire.
The two-car collision involved a black Peugeot 206, which was travelling towards Haverfordwest, and a silver Vauxhall Astra, which was travelling towards Fishguard. The incident happened on the A40 near Trecwn shortly before 10.40pm last night (Feb 1).
A witness at the scene told this newspaper that the scene was horrific, but praised the overwhelming emergency services response.
Our source said: “There were police everywhere, the main road was a sea of blue lights – I think i counted 12 police cars, ambulances and others.”
He added: “The air ambulance service was also involved following the accident”
A spokesman from the police told The Pembrokeshire Herald: “Sadly, a woman aged in her 20s has died as a result of her injuries. Her family is being supported by specially trained officers.
“HM Coroner is aware. Formal identification has not yet taken place.
“Five people, who were travelling in the second car, received serious injuries and remain in hospital.
“Officers are appealing for anyone who saw anything, or was travelling on that road around the time of the collision, to report information by calling 101.
“If you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired text the non-emergency number on 07811 311 908. Quote reference: DP-20190201-347”
