Police appeal for information following serious collision in Torquay

Police are appealing for witnesses and any information following a serious road traffic collision on Newton Road, Torquay at the junction with Shiphay Lane at 9.15am on Wednesday 28th August 2024.

The collision involved a silver Citroen C3 and a mobility scooter. A 79 year old male was taken to Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital with injuries thought to be life threatening. 

The road was closed while an investigation was carried out at the scene. Officers from the Roads Policing Team would like to thank the public for their patience whilst the road was closed. Officers are appealing for any witnesses that have not already been spoken to them, but who may have seen the collision, or have dash camera footage, to contact police via our website or by calling 101 quoting log 213 28th August and occurrence 50240217470. 

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