A lorry driver has been arrested following a tragic multi-vehicle collision on the A14 in Cambridgeshire that resulted in one fatality and several serious injuries. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene in Horningsea at approximately 9:25 PM BST on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, after reports of a crash involving multiple vehicles.
According to Cambridgeshire Police, one individual in a car suffered fatal injuries, while three others in the same vehicle sustained serious injuries. The driver of the lorry, a 38-year-old man from Cambridge, has been taken into custody on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
As of the morning of April 23, the A14 remains closed eastbound between Junctions 34 and 35, and authorities have indicated that it may take some time before the road reopens. A diversion is currently in place, directing traffic through alternative routes to alleviate congestion.
Police are actively appealing for witnesses to the incident, urging anyone who may have seen the vehicles involved or who has dash cam footage from the area around the time of the crash to come forward. A police spokesperson stated, "Police are appealing for witnesses to the collision or anyone who saw the vehicles in the moments leading up to the incident. They would also like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time with dash cam footage."
The A14 closure has resulted in significant traffic disruptions, with queues reported as far back as Junction 32 (Histon Interchange). Traffic monitoring service Inrix noted that the eastbound carriageway is closed due to ongoing accident investigation work, with congestion extending to Junction 33 (Milton Interchange).
In response to the collision, National Highways has implemented diversion routes for drivers. Eastbound traffic is advised to exit at Junction 33, take the A10 northbound to Stretham, and then continue on the A1123 through Wicken to rejoin the A14 at Junction 37. Westbound traffic is instructed to exit at Junction 37, head north on the A142, and follow the diversion back to the A14.
This incident underscores the serious implications of dangerous driving on public roads. The police have emphasized the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing, with police working diligently to gather evidence and determine the sequence of events that led to this tragic incident. The community is urged to cooperate with law enforcement as they seek to uncover the details of what transpired.
As the investigation continues, the affected families are left to cope with the aftermath of this devastating event. The loss of life on the roads is always a somber reminder of the potential dangers that exist when safety is compromised.
The local authorities are expected to provide updates as more information becomes available, particularly regarding the status of the road and any further developments in the investigation.
For now, the focus remains on supporting those impacted by the accident and ensuring that such tragedies are minimized in the future through heightened awareness and responsible driving practices.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to report it online or contact the police directly, quoting incident number 547 of April 22.
