Whitchurch teenager killed and driver arrested after Ford Fiesta crashes into tree
A 19-year-old car passenger from the Whitchurch area died after a car he was in hit a tree.
The driver of the car, a 20-year-old man from Whitchurch, was arrested at the scene in Cheshire on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
At around 6.30pm on Sunday, police were called to reports of a collision on the A530, near Whitchurch Road towards Nantwich.
A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: "Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage after a 19-year-old man died following a collision on the A530.
"Officers attended the scene and found that a grey Ford Fiesta had collided with a tree.
"The front passenger, a 19-year-old man from the Whitchurch area, sadly passed away at the scene.
"His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers."
Officers have appealed for witnesses and want to see dashcam footage from the scene of the crash.
Police say three other passengers, an 18-year-old man, a 22-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman, were taken to hospital to be treated for their injuries which are not believed to be life threatening.
The police spokesman said: "Enquiries in relation to the incident are ongoing and officers are appealing to anyone who may have dashcam footage or witnessed the collision to get in touch.
"Anyone with any information or video footage which may aid the investigation is asked to contact Cheshire Police via the website or on 101, quoting IML 1520280.
"Information can also be reported anonymously, via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
