Staffordshire Police are appealing for information after a collision on Shraley Brook Road in the Newcastle-under-Lyme area left a man dead and several people injured.
What happened
Emergency services were called after a white Ford Transit travelling towards Halmerend was involved in a collision with a black Audi A3. The driver of the Audi, a man in his 30s, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The force has now named the deceased as 30-year-old Macauley Jenkinson, from Derby. Two other occupants in the Audi and all three people in the van sustained minor injuries. The driver of the van is assisting collision investigators.
"Macauley Jenkinson (Mac) was a deeply loved son, devoted daddy, cherished brother, boyfriend, loving uncle, stepson, and grandson... Rest peacefully Mac. You will be deeply missed."
Police appeal and how to help
Officers are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or who may have CCTV, dash-cam or doorbell footage from the area around the time of the incident. The force has asked people to quote incident 908 of 17 July when contacting them.
- Call Staffordshire Police on 101
- Use the force's Live Chat on their website
- Email collision investigators directly at collisioninvestigators@staffordshire.pnn.police.uk
Local impact and context
Collisions on rural and suburban roads can have significant effects on families and communities. The force has said it is supporting the family of the man who died. Local road users may see increased police activity as investigators examine the circumstances of the crash.
| Vehicle | Injuries |
|---|---|
| Black Audi A3 | Driver: fatal; Passenger: minor |
| White Ford Transit | Driver and two passengers: minor |
Anyone with information is asked to come forward to assist the investigation. Even small details or footage could help establish the sequence of events leading up to the collision.
Further updates will be issued by Staffordshire Police as enquiries continue.
