Police issue update after man killed in Shropshire crash

Police have issued an appeal after a moped rider was killed in a road crash.

The incident took place on the B4380 at Wroxeter at around 1.48pm on Sunday, July 12.

West Mercia Police said the victim, who had been riding a red Lambretta, was a man in his 60s.

The crash involved another vehicle - a Volkswagen Tiguan.

Police are now appealing for witnesses to the incident, specifically the occupants of a red Kia and a white Vauxhall Corsa in the area at the time.

A statement from the force said: “Officers investigating a collision in Shrewsbury yesterday (Sunday 12 July), where a man sadly died, are appealing for witnesses to help with their enquiries.

“The collision happened at around 1.48pm on the B4380 in Wroxeter and involved a red Lambretta Scooter and a Volkswagen Tiguan.

“Sadly, the rider of the scooter - a man aged in his 60s - was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported, and no arrests have been made.

“Officers are keen to hear from the occupants of two vehicles who were in the area around the time of the collision – a red Kia and a white Vauxhall Corsa.

“It is not believed the vehicles were involved in the collision, but they may have witnessed something and have information to help with the investigation.

“Anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision, who may have seen the vehicles or may have CCTV or dashcam footage are also encouraged to get in touch.

“Anyone who may be able to assist with the investigation is asked to email [email protected] quoting incident number 325i of July 12, 2026.”

West Midlands Ambulance Service also attended the incident, and sent an ambulance and a paramedic officer to the scene.

A spokeswoman said: “On arrival, crews found a man, the moped rider. Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene.”