UPDATE: Man dies after collision on A15 near Sleaford

Police have reported a man in his 40s has died after a collision on the A15 at Silk Willoughby, near Sleaford.

Lincolnshire Police said they were saddened to confirm the man’s death after emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on the A15 near Silk Willoughby this morning (Wednesday, July 15).

Police are warning that the A15 is closed near Silk Willoughby due to a collision.placeholder image
Police are warning that the A15 is closed near Silk Willoughby due to a collision.

A spokesperson said: “Officers were called to the incident involving a grey Audi and a black Mini at around 5.40am this morning.

“The driver of the black Mini was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this incredibly distressing time and our specialist officers are supporting them.”

The incident is believed to have happened between the turning for Silk Willoughby and the A153 roundabout.

The road was closed for several hours whilst emergency services dealt with the incident.

Officers are now investigating the sequence of events that led to the collision and are asking anyone with information to come forward.

If you have dashcam footage before, at the time of or after the incident, they are asking you to get in touch.

If you think you can help, contact [email protected] quoting the incident number 48 of 15/7/26.

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