Drink and Drug Driver Arrested After Horror Crash Leaves Child and Grandma Critical

A terrifying two-car smash in Lincolnshire has left a six-year-old child and a 73-year-old woman fighting for their lives.

BMW Smashes into Family Car on A161

The nasty collision happened Saturday morning in Woodhouse, between Belton Village and junction two of the M180. A black BMW reportedly ploughed into a silver Mazda. The Mazda’s elderly driver and a young passenger were rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Driver Flees Scene – Faces Serious Charges

Police say the BMW driver, a 40-year-old man, fled the scene but was later caught. He’s been charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop, and driving under the influence of drink and drugs.

Second Suspect Arrested and Released on Bail

A 33-year-old woman was also taken in, suspected of perverting the course of justice and helping the offender. Both suspects have since been released on bail as police hunt for witnesses.

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