Title: Teenager’s Life-Threatening Injuries in Paignton Crash: Urgent Appeal for Witnesses
In a devastating incident near Paignton, a 17-year-old has sustained life-threatening injuries following a collision between a moped and a Nissan Qashqai. Emergency services swiftly responded to the scene on Brixham Road yesterday morning (May 24), prompting local road closures and a plea for the public to avoid the area.
The injured male rider, hailing from the Newton Abbot area, was immediately airlifted to Derriford Hospital for urgent medical attention. Authorities are now reaching out to potential witnesses who can provide valuable information about the collision that occurred at the junction with Roselands Drive.
According to a spokesperson for the police, “Police investigating a road traffic collision in Paignton on May 24 are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. The incident involved a moped and a Nissan Qashqai on Brixham Road at the junction with Roselands Drive, at approximately 9.10am.”
The gravity of the collision became evident as the 17-year-old rider faced life-threatening injuries, necessitating immediate transportation to Derriford Hospital. In order to ascertain the cause of the accident, the Roads Policing Unit and Forensic Collision Investigation Team conducted a thorough examination of the scene, leading to a temporary closure of the road. Fortunately, the road was reopened at approximately 4.20pm, and the authorities express their gratitude to the public for their understanding and cooperation during this time.
As the investigation into the crash near Paignton unfolds, authorities are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to provide their accounts and assist in shedding light on the circumstances. The search for witnesses is crucial in piecing together a comprehensive understanding of what transpired and may contribute to preventing similar accidents in the future.
