Buxton: A Grim Day as Five Motorcyclists Lose Their Lives in Separate Accidents
Tragic Events in Buxton
On a grim day in Buxton, tragedy struck with the death of five motorcyclists in two horrific crashes. The first incident took place around 9:45 a.m. on the A53 Buxton to Leek road, claiming the lives of three men in their 50s after a collision involving multiple Ducati motorbikes. The scene was devastating with emergency services reacting promptly.
Details of the Crashes
The second crash happened at approximately 10:20 a.m. near Tom Thorn on the A4, where two additional motorcyclists collided with a car, tragically dying on the scene. Authorities have confirmed that the families of those involved have been informed, and our thoughts are with them.
Following the first crash, a van driver and two passengers sustained injuries that are not deemed life-threatening, promptly taken to the hospital for evaluation.
- Derbyshire Police have launched an urgent appeal for witnesses.
- Anyone with dashcam footage is encouraged to come forward.
How to Help with the Investigation
Anyone with information regarding these fatal incidents is urged to contact Derbyshire Police and quote reference numbers 319 of 18 August for the A6 crash and 24*492531 for the A53 incident.
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