Woman Seriously Injured In Main Road Crash

## Woman Seriously Injured in Main Road Crash **Woman seriously injured in main road crash** ### Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on a South Derbyshire road. A woman was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a crash on the A511 near Hilton on Tuesday evening (September 20). The collision happened at around 9pm and involved a black Vauxhall Corsa and a grey BMW X5. The driver of the Corsa, a woman in her 20s, was taken to hospital by air ambulance with serious injuries. The driver of the BMW, a man in his 30s, was also taken to hospital with minor injuries. The road was closed for several hours while emergency services dealt with the incident. Police are appealing for any witnesses to the crash to come forward. Anyone with information is asked to contact Derbyshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 22000543790. ### What to do if you witness a car accident * **Stay calm.** It can be difficult to stay calm after witnessing a car accident, but it is important to do so in order to think clearly and make the best decisions possible. * **Check for injuries.** First, check yourself for injuries. Once you have checked yourself for injuries, check the other drivers and passengers involved in the accident. If anyone is injured, call 911 immediately. * **Move to safety.** If you are able to move, move yourself and any other injured people to a safe location away from traffic. * **Call the police.** Once you have checked for injuries and moved to safety, call the police. The police will investigate the accident and determine who is at fault. * **Exchange information.** If you are able to, exchange information with the other drivers involved in the accident. This information includes your name, address, phone number, and insurance information. * **Take photos.** If you have a camera, take pictures of the accident scene. These photos can be helpful to the police as they investigate the accident. * **Get a copy of the police report.** Once the police have investigated the accident, you can request a copy of the police report. The police report will contain important information about the accident, such as who was at fault and what caused the accident. ### How to avoid being involved in a car accident * **Obey the speed limit.** Speeding is one of the leading causes of car accidents. Always obey the speed limit and be aware of the speed limits in different areas. * **Don't drink and drive.** Drinking and driving is another major cause of car accidents. Never drink and drive, and don't get into a car with someone who has been drinking. * **Wear your seatbelt.** Wearing a seatbelt can save your life in a car accident. Always wear your seatbelt, and make sure that all of your passengers are wearing their seatbelts as well. * **Be aware of your surroundings.** When you are driving, be aware of your surroundings. This includes paying attention to other vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. * **Be prepared for unexpected events.** Even if you are driving safely, there is always the potential for an unexpected event to occur. Be prepared for unexpected events by staying alert and being aware of your surroundings.