Ferndown, Motoring & Transport | Posted on February 24th, 2025 | return to news
Road death following Ferndown collision
Police are appealing for dashcam footage or witnesses to the collision on the Ameysford Roundabout along the A31 on Saturday 22 February.
The A31 was closed in all directions on Saturday 22 February following the death of a 43-year-old driver in a single vehicle collision.
Dorset Police received a report at around 8.45pm of a collision on the Ameysford Roundabout along the A31 involving a white Peugeot 308.
The driver of the vehicle, who was from West Sussex, was sadly pronounced dead after sustaining serious injuries.
Road closures were put in place to enable officers to carry out a detailed examination of the scene.
Police Sergeant Richard Stroud, of the Roads Policing Team, said: “Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of the man at this difficult time, and we have specially trained officers supporting them.
“This incident occurred on a very busy stretch of the A31, and I understand there were a number of motorists in the area who may have seen what happened.
“I would ask any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please come forward.
“Also, I am keen to hear from anyone who may have captured any dashcam footage to contact us.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250026244. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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