Appeal for witnesses following serious collision near Arreton, Isle of Wight

Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious collision that occurred on the A3056 between Arreton and Horringford, Isle of Wight, yesterday (Wednesday).

The collision, involving a Skoda Kamiq and a Citroen C3, occurred at around 2.15pm.

The driver of the Citroen – an 80-year-old man – sustained serious and potentially life-changing injuries and is currently receiving treatment in Southampton General Hospital.

The two occupants of the Skoda received minor injuries.

A statement from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said:

"Officers are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it.

"Perhaps you captured something on Dash Cam.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44250376934.

"You can also submit information to us online here: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/"