Van driver dies after collision involving a lorry in Ingham

A man has died following a road traffic collision in Ingham.

Police were called at just after 2.50pm this afternoon, Monday, April 25, to reports of a collision on the A134 involving a lorry and a white Ford Transit Van.

Ambulance and fire crews were also in attendance but the driver of the van – a man aged in his 40s – died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

A 41-year-old man has subsequently been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and will be taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre for questioning, after receiving treatment at hospital for minor injuries.

The road currently remains closed whilst a collision investigation takes place.

Officers are appealing for any witnesses and would particularly like to speak to anyone who had broken down or was filling their vehicle with fuel on the A134 between Ingham and Thetford prior to the collision this afternoon, or anyone who may have been stuck in traffic as a result of this vehicle.

Any motorists driving in the area with a dashcam fitted in their vehicle are asked to review the footage for anything that may be of assistance.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, quoting reference 24671/22.

Website – www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update

Email – SCIU@suffolk.police.uk

Phone – Call 101.