Witness and dashcam appeal following serious injury collision in Bournemouth

Officers investigating a serious injury road traffic collision in Bournemouth are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward.

At around 9.35am on Saturday 24 January 2026 a collision occurred in Austin Close involving a brown Honda Jazz and a male pedestrian.

The man, aged in his 50s, sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. His condition is believed to be life-threatening.

Police Constable Dan Yates, of the Roads Policing Team, said: “We are carrying out a full investigation into the circumstances of this collision and I would urge any witnesses who have not already spoken to police to please contact us.

“I would also like to hear from anyone who may have captured relevant dashcam footage.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260011096. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.