Man dies in two-car crash as police appeal for witnesses
A man has died after a two-car crash near the border of Birmingham and Worcestershire.
The collision happened on Houndsfield Lane, "a usually busy road" on the outskirts of Wythall, near Hollywood, at around 7.40am on Wednesday.
Two people in one vehicle were injured in the incident but neither has life-threatening or life-changing injuries.
Sadly, the other driver died at the scene and his next of kin have been informed.
West Midlands Ambulance Service was called at 7.42am and sent two ambulances, a paramedic officer and a MERIT trauma doctor to the scene.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “Crews arrived to find two cars that had suffered significant damage and three patients, all male.
“One of the patients was trapped inside his vehicle and ambulance staff worked with emergency services partners to provide advanced life support whilst he was being freed.
“Treatment continued once the patient was out of the car but sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, it became apparent nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene.
“The remaining two patients were assessed and treated for minor injuries before being discharged at the scene.”
A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Officers carrying out enquiries into the collision are appealing for witnesses, including any motorists on the road around the time with dash-cam footage.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt Bennett on 07970864696 or email liam.bennett@westmercia.police.uk
"Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting crimestoppers-org.uk."
