Serious A500 Smash Sparks Crucial Safety Warning
A nasty two-car crash on the eastbound A500 has left one man injured and sparked urgent advice from Staffordshire’s Road Crime Team. The chaos unfolded after a car broke down in a live lane, causing a dangerous pile-up and major disruption.
What To Do If Your Car Breaks Down on a Busy Road
- ✅ Pull your vehicle off the road immediately – find a layby or emergency bay if you can.
- ✅ Flick on your hazard lights straight away to warn other drivers.
- ✅ Get out safely and head to a secure spot, ideally behind a crash barrier – leave your belongings behind.
- ✅ Dial 999 without delay – call the police and give exact location info like a marker post or What3Words reference.
- ❌ Do NOT go back to your vehicle under any circumstances – it could be fatal.
Staying In Your Broken-Down Car Can Be Deadly
Police warn that sitting inside your car when it’s stranded in a live lane is a deadly gamble. The injured driver was incredibly lucky to survive and is expected to make a full recovery. This close call serves as a stark warning to follow safety advice to the letter.
Police Seek Witnesses to Crash
Staffordshire Police Road Crime Team urges anyone who witnessed the crash or the breakdown to come forward. You can provide vital information by contacting them online and helping keep our roads safe.
