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Elderly man dies after car crashes into wall in Needham Market

A man in his 70s has died following a collision in Needham Market, with police believing he suffered a medical episode before the crash.

Why it matters: Emergency services were called to Hurstlea Road yesterday afternoon, but despite their efforts, the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

The big picture: The incident occurred at 14:25 on Monday when a blue Skoda Karoq collided with a wall near the junction with Ludbrook Close.

The details:

  • Police and ambulance crews attended the scene

  • The road was closed for nearly three hours, reopening at 17:15

  • Officers believe the driver experienced a medical episode before the collision

What's next: Suffolk Police are asking witnesses to contact the Roads and Armed Policing Team at Bury St Edmunds Police Station, quoting reference 37/4900/25.

Bottom line: Police investigations are continuing, and anyone with information can contact Suffolk Police on 101 or through their website.

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