Woman dies after car collides with bus stop, two pedestrians and house in Northamptonshire
A woman in her 30s has died after a car reportedly veered off a Northamptonshire road, colliding with a bus stop, two pedestrians, and then crashing into a house.
The incident, which occurred early on Friday September 11, led to a significant emergency services response, including an air ambulance. Sadly, the female pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police have confirmed that a 55-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident. He was held on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. He remains in police custody.
A black Vauxhall Insignia was travelling along Willow Brook Road, Corby, when, as it appeared to be turning left into Fotheringhay Road, it reportedly left the road. It then collided with a bus stop and two pedestrians before ultimately colliding with a house, police said.
The second pedestrian involved, a teenage boy, sustained minor injuries.
Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant footage to come forward. This includes individuals with CCTV, doorbell, or dash-cam footage of the incident itself or the moments leading up to it.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, email [email protected], or call the Drivewatch Hotline on 0800 174615. Please quote incident number 26000545123 when providing information to ensure it reaches the investigating officer promptly.