A Wiltshire family has been left reeling after a man died following a collision on the A4 West Kennet on the evening of Sunday 19 July. The victim, identified as 35‑year‑old Alex Daines, was involved in a crash with a Fiat Tipo at about 7:10pm.
Immediate reaction and family statement
In a heartfelt message issued after the crash, his wife, Sammi, described her husband as “wonderful” and spoke of the devastating effect his loss has had on their young family. She asked for privacy while they come to terms with the events.
“On the 19th of July, we received the most heartbreaking news… Although my life, and many others, will never be the same without Alex, I feel incredibly blessed to have called him my husband,”
The family statement notes that Mr Daines leaves behind three children, who are described as being deeply affected by his death. The message underlined the support he provided through his life, referencing his time in the army, involvement with biker groups, and interest in rugby.
Community response and fundraising
Friends have organised a fundraiser to help the family following the tragedy. The appeal has been set up by Dom Bate, who paid tribute to Mr Daines, calling him a “loving husband, father, brother and friend” and urging anyone able to contribute to support the bereaved household.
- Date of collision: 19 July
- Approximate time: 7:10pm
- Location: A4 West Kennet
- Age of deceased: 35
Road safety and local impact
Collisions on primary routes such as the A4 can have significant local repercussions, from emergency response activity to traffic disruption. Wiltshire Police attended the scene; images released by the force accompanied coverage of the incident. At this stage, authorities have not released further details on the circumstances leading to the collision.
Members of the community and anyone who witnessed the incident are encouraged to contact Wiltshire Police if they have information that could assist ongoing enquiries. For those affected by the news, local support organisations can provide bereavement advice and practical help.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | 19 July |
| Time | About 7:10pm |
| Location | A4 West Kennet, Wiltshire |
| Victim | Alex Daines, 35 |
The family have asked for space to grieve privately at this time. Anyone wishing to support the fundraiser should look for the appeal set up by Dom Bate online. Further updates will be provided when police or the family release additional information.
Ella Johnson, InfoRadar
