Update on serious collision, Sidmouth

Police were called shortly after 2.30pm on Friday 3 December to the A3052 at Sidmouth following reports of a two-vehicle collision.

The collision involved a black Renault Clio and a blue VW Exclusive.

The driver of the Clio was taken to Derriford Hospital with serious injuries where he later died.

He has since been named as 89-year-old Victor Smith from Seaton; his next of kin have been informed.

The passenger in the Clio is a woman in her 80’s and she remains in hospital.

The driver of the VW is a man in his 70’s who was also taken to Derriford Hospital but with less serious injuries and has since returned home.

The road was closed for eight hours as investigation work at the scene took place.

Officers continue to appeal for witnesses and would also like to hear from anyone with dashcam footage that could assist with enquiries.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101@dc.police.uk quoting log number 432 3 December.

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