Man, 62, dies after car crashes into tree on Hampshire road

The 62-year-old was involved in a collision on the B2177 Winchester Road, Upham.

Police say that the crash happened just after 6am on Saturday.

The man was driving a Grey Nissan Leaf when it left the carriageway and hit the tree.

He was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported byspecially trained officers.

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Hampshire Constabulary is investigating the circumstances of the collision and is keen to speak to anyone with information.

A spokeswoman said: ‘Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you saw the vehicle in the run-up to the collision?’

If you have any information, or dash cam footage, get in touch with police by calling 101 quoting Op Account or the reference 44200192554.

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