Two Fatal Lorry Crashes Kill Man in 40s Southery, Youth Cirencester

Two fatal incidents involving lorries occurred on Friday, October 17, 2024, in England. In Southery, Norfolk, a white MAN lorry driver in his 40s died after his vehicle left the A10 road and crashed; the road was closed overnight and reopened the next day after clearing the spilled load, with police seeking witnesses and dashcam footage. In Cirencester, Gloucestershire, a 19-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a lorry on the A429 Bristol Road near a Waitrose store; the road was closed until the following afternoon for forensic investigations, and authorities are appealing for public assistance to gather information about the incident. Both police forces emphasized the importance of witness accounts to aid their investigations and have provided contact details for submitting relevant information. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about road safety involving lorries and vulnerable road users in these regions.