Driver seriously injured after scaffolding pole goes through car door in Blackwater

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A woman was seriously injured after a piece of scaffolding went through the door of the car she was driving in Blackwater. Police said the metal pole was shed by an unknown vehicle travelling on the A327 Minley Road.

It struck a black Vauxhall Astra travelling in the opposite direction. The driver, a 33-year-old from Hook, suffered a serious leg injury.

She was airlifted to Southampton General Hospital for treatment. Hampshire Constabulary said two young children in the car were not injured.

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It happened between 11.45am and 11.54am. Police are now appealing for witnesses and further information to help the investigation.

Hampshire Constabulary said: "The driver of the scaffolding vehicle initially remained at the scene before leaving without giving any details. Following initial inquiries we are calling for the driver of the scaffolding vehicle to come forward.

"We are also looking for witnesses and anyone with information or dash cam footage. Anyone with relevant information is asked to call 101 quoting reference number 44220454206."

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Driver seriously injured after scaffolding pole goes through car door in Blackwater