Urgent: Woman in 80s Hospitalized After New Year’s Eve Crash

UPDATE: A woman in her 80s is in critical condition following a severe crash on New Year’s Eve in Shedfield. The incident occurred yesterday, December 31, 2025, at 12:50 PM at the junction of Winchester Road and the A334.

Authorities confirm that the collision involved a blue Audi S Q5 and a blue Peugeot 3008. The elderly woman, a passenger in the Peugeot, sustained life-threatening injuries and was promptly transported to the hospital for urgent medical care.

Police are actively seeking witnesses to this tragic event. If you were in the area and have any information, or if you possess relevant CCTV or dash cam footage, please contact the police at 101 and reference 44250585973.

This incident underscores the ongoing concerns around road safety, particularly during the busy holiday season. Investigators are focusing on the circumstances leading up to the crash, aiming to gather as much information as possible.

The community is urged to stay vigilant and report any relevant details to assist the police in their inquiries. Further updates will be provided as they become available, and the condition of the hospitalized woman will be closely monitored.

Stay tuned for the latest developments on this serious incident.