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30/06/2015
Two Men Killed After Vehicle Collides With Tree
Two men have been killed after a vehicle crash in Lancashire.
The incident happened shortly before 4pm on 29 June.
It is understood the car containing three men from Preston came off Lea Lane and collided with a tree.
The 25-year-old driver and 24-year-old passenger were confirmed dead at the scene.
Another passenger, a 23-year-old, was taken to Royal Preston Hospital for his wounds, including a fractured pelvis and leg injuries.
Adam Dawson of the Road Policing Unit said: "This is a tragic set of circumstances in which two young men have lost their lives and a third is recovering from his injuries in hospital. Specialist officers are supporting all three families at this difficult time."
Police are appealing for witnesses and information.
(LM)
The incident happened shortly before 4pm on 29 June.
It is understood the car containing three men from Preston came off Lea Lane and collided with a tree.
The 25-year-old driver and 24-year-old passenger were confirmed dead at the scene.
Another passenger, a 23-year-old, was taken to Royal Preston Hospital for his wounds, including a fractured pelvis and leg injuries.
Adam Dawson of the Road Policing Unit said: "This is a tragic set of circumstances in which two young men have lost their lives and a third is recovering from his injuries in hospital. Specialist officers are supporting all three families at this difficult time."
Police are appealing for witnesses and information.
(LM)
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