A man in his 40s has died following a collision on the A419 between Swindon and Cricklade this morning.
The incident happened at around 7.30am on Friday, 31 July, when a grey Tesla Model Y travelling northbound collided with the rear of a Scania lorry which was parked in a layby.
The driver of the Tesla was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and Wiltshire Police said officers’ thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
No other injuries have been reported.
The A419 northbound remains closed while officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Team carry out their investigation. The closure is in place northbound from the Turnpike junction.
Police are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision, or anyone who may have captured footage on a dash camera, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597, quoting log number 61 of 31 July.
Information can also be emailed to SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk.
