East Devon collision leaves one man dead

A man has died following a serious collision in East Devon this morning.

A car and tractor were involved in the collision at Broad Down in Southleigh at around 11.35 today (Wednesday 14 January).

Police confirmed  that one male driver has died and enquiries are currently underway to locate the next of kin.

Highways have been informed, as well as the Serious Collisions Investigation Unit who will carry out an investigation of the scene.

Police are still at the scene and the road is expected to be closed for some time.

Road closures have been put in place at Horse Shoes and Chelsdon Cross.

Any witnesses to the collision are asked to police on 101 quoting reference 290 of 14 January.