Derbyshire teenager who died in motorway crash was RAF serviceman

A Derbyshire teenager who died in a crash on a motorway was an RAF serviceman, police have revealed.

By Michael Broomhead

Published 22nd Mar 2021, 09:21 GMT

Updated 23rd Mar 2021, 14:10 GMT

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At around 8.15pm on March 14, a white Audi A3 left the M42 in Worcestershire and collided with signage before continuing down the embankment.

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West Mercia Police has now confirmed 18-year-old Harvey Blount, of Derby, sadly died at the scene.

Harvey Blount. Picture issued by West Mercia Police.

Harvey Blount. Picture issued by West Mercia Police.

A force spokesperson said: “Harvey was an RAF personnel and was based at MOD St Athan in Cardiff.

“His family are now being supported by specially trained officers.”

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