Shocking photos show aftermath of Derbyshire horror crash – with driver arrested for being high

A Derbyshire driver was arrested after crashing his car – with officers finding he was under the influence of drugs.
By Tom Hardwick
Published 16th Aug 2022, 10:48 BST
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On Monday, August 15, the Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit were called to reports of a collision on Derby Road, Wirksworth.

When they arrived, they found a vehicle that had demolished a telegraph pole before landing on its roof.

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The driver tested positive for cannabis, and was identified as only having a provisional licence.

Both occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody.Both occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody.
Both occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody.

He indicated that his brother, who was still at the scene, was supervising him. Officers then asked the brother to perform a drugs test – which also came back positive for cannabis.

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Both were subsequently arrested and the vehicle was recovered.