Serious road traffic collision in Bournemouth – witness and dashcam appeal
Officers investigating a serious injury collision in Bournemouth are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to get in touch.
Dorset Police received a report at 12.41am on Saturday 25 July 2026 of a collision involving a red Ford Fiesta and a pedestrian on the southbound carriageway of the A338 Spur Road between the Kings Park off slip and Springbourne off slip.
The pedestrian – a 27-year-old man from Bournemouth – sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. His condition is described as potentially life-threatening and his family has been informed. The driver of the Ford Fiesta was uninjured.
Police Sergeant Josh Alner, of the Roads Policing Team, said: “We are carrying out enquiries to establish what happened and I am keen to hear from any witnesses.
“I would also like to speak to anyone who may have been travelling in the area at the relevant time and captured anything on dashcam footage that may assist our investigation.
“Finally, I would like to thank members of the public for their patience and cooperation during the road closure, which enabled officers to carry out a thorough examination of the scene.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260113481. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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