Appeal following fatal collision in Hopton
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Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Hopton.
The incident happened at around 8.40pm yesterday (Wednesday 11 December 2024), on the southbound carriageway of the A47 between Hopton and Gorleston, when a blue Vaxuhall Astra collided with a white Range Rover Evoque.
Sadly, the driver of the Range Rover, a man aged in his 30s, died at the scene.
The driver of the Vauxhall, a man aged in his 20s, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and drug driving. He has been taken to Great Yarmouth Police Investigation Centre for questioning, where he remains.
The road was closed whilst emergency services attended the scene including fire and ambulance. It remains closed at this time.
Officers would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the collision or the manner of driving prior to the collision happening. Anyone with any information or any relevant dashcam footage is asked to get in touch via the following channels below, quoting reference NC-11122024-409:
Website: https://www.norfolk.police.uk/tell-us
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 101
Contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org