Man Dies Following Smethwick Van Collision, Police Appeal for Information

A man has died following a collision involving a van in Smethwick. West Midlands Police are appealing for information regarding the incident.

At around 7am on Tuesday morning (7 Apr), police were called to Cranford Street. This was after a man was hit by a van near to the junction with Alma Street.

The man, in his 60s, was taken to hospital. He sadly died on Thursday (9 Apr).

West Midlands Police stated: "Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time."

The driver of the van stopped at the scene. They are assisting police with their enquiries.

Police Appeal for Information

West Midlands Police stated: "As part of our investigation, we would like to hear from anyone who may have information about the collision to contact us."

They added: "Do you have any dashcam footage that can help us? Did you witness the incident?"

To contact police, call 101 or use Live Chat on their website. Quote 640 of 7 April. You can also contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit directly at [email protected]

OFFICIAL SOURCE VERIFICATION: This article is based on an official press release issued by a Police Force. Document: Appeal after man dies following Smethwick collision Source Link: https://www.westmidlands.police.uk/news/west-midlands/news/news/2026/april/appeal-after-man-dies-following-smethwick-collision/

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