Two dead including 25yo driver after Vauxhall Astra hits wall as cops launch appeal for information
Police and paramedics rushed to the scene after the horror collision in Eccleston - which saw the car smash into a wall.
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The tragic crash occurred on Hill Road at 1:40am in the morning - before cops hurried to the scene.
A 47-year-old man who was a passenger in the vehicle suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
But he sadly passed away later on, Cheshire police confirmed on Monday.
The 25-year-old driver of the black Astra was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said the man behind the wheel was from Smallwood while the passenger was from Rossett.
Local cops are also appealing for witnesses of the crash to come forward with any information.
The Cheshire force also said that both the men's next of kin of were being supported by specialist officers.
Emergency services who arrived to the scene found a black Vauxhall Astra which had collided with a wall.
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service sent two engines from Chester to the scene.
Officers with the constabulary's serious collision investigation unit are appealing for any witnesses to contact them.
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Inspector Steve Griffiths said: "This was an absolutely tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the families of the men involved."
He added: "Enquiries in relation to the collision are ongoing and as part of our investigation we're keen to hear for anyone who witnessed the collision.
"The same goes for anyone with any video footage of which may aid the investigation."
Any witnesses of the crash should call 101 and quote IML 2137070 - or give details via the website.
The appeal said on Cheshire Constabulary's website: "Shortly after 1.40am on Sunday 20 July, Emergency Services were called to reports of a collision involving a black Vauxhall Astra colliding with a wall, on Hill Road, Eccleston, Chester.
"Police and ambulance attended the scene, but despite the best efforts of all those involved, the driver, a 25-year-old man from Smallwood, died at the scene."
It added: "A passenger in the vehicle, a 47-year-old man from Rossett, sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.
"Sadly, he has since sadly passed away as a result of his injuries."
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