A man has died after a tree fell on his car in Lancashire this morning as high winds and rain swept the region from storm Darragh
The accident happened on the A59 at Longton near to Lancashire Police Headquarters.
The man, in his 40s, was driving his Citroen van on the dual carriageway when the tree fell on to his vehicle causing serious injuries. He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by a specially trained officer.
Detective Sgt Matt Davidson, of our Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Very sadly this incident has resulted in the death of a man and our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time.”
“An investigation is ongoing, and I would appeal to anyone who saw what happened or has any dashcam or mobile phone footage to please get in touch.”
