A tragic car crash in Surrey has claimed the lives of two teenagers and left a third fighting for his life in hospital. The incident occurred on Holland Road in Hurst Green on Saturday night, prompting a major emergency response.
Details of the Fatal Collision
Surrey Police were called to the scene just before 10pm on Saturday following reports of a serious collision. Officers discovered that a white Tesla had left the road and collided with a tree with significant force.
The impact proved fatal for two young occupants, while a third teenager sustained life-threatening injuries and remains in a critical condition in hospital. The force has not yet released the names or ages of the victims.
Arrest and Police Appeal
In connection with the crash, a 30-year-old man from Oxted has been arrested. He is currently in custody on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Detectives from Surrey Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit have launched a thorough inquiry. They are urgently appealing to the public for assistance to piece together the events leading up to the collision.
Seeking Crucial Evidence
Investigators are asking for anyone who witnessed the crash, or the moments before it, to come forward immediately. They are also keen to obtain any relevant footage that could aid their investigation.
A police statement outlined the specific requests:
- Witnesses who saw the white Tesla or the collision itself.
- CCTV footage from homes or businesses in the Holland Road area.
- Dashcam or helmet camera video from motorists or cyclists in the vicinity at the time.
The road was closed for several hours overnight as forensic teams conducted a detailed examination of the scene. The community of Hurst Green has been left deeply shocked by the devastating loss of young life.
