Police appeal as man dies in collision between car and lorry in Barham

A man in his 50s has died following a collision between a car and a lorry in Barham. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident on Wednesday afternoon.

Suffolk Constabulary

The key details: The collision happened just before 4:10pm on Wednesday at the junction of Main Road, Bell's Cross Road and Clay Lane in Barham:

  • It involved a blue Rover car and a white Volvo lorry.
  • The driver of the Rover, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Emergency services attended, including police and ambulance crews.
  • The road was closed for investigation but reopened early Thursday morning.

What's next: Police are seeking witnesses and dash cam footage to assist their investigation.

  • Anyone with information is asked to contact the Joint Norfolk & Suffolk Serious Collision Investigation Unit
  • Quote reference 37/53302/24 when contacting police
  • Witnesses can provide information via the Suffolk Police website, email (SCIU@norfolk.police.uk), or by calling 101

The bottom line: Police urge anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant dash cam footage to come forward. Your information could be crucial in helping investigators understand the circumstances of this tragic incident.

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