A suspected drunk driver has been arrested following a fatal road traffic collision at a Bracknell crossroads last weekend.

On Saturday, September 10 at 11:02pm police received reports of a crash between two cars at the junction of London Road, Priory Road and Swinley Road.

The collision between a grey Mercedes E250 and a blue Mercedes S350 resulted in the tragic death of a 40 year-old driver in the blue Mercedes.

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The driver of the Grey Mercedes, a 38 year-old Ascot man, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving over the specified limit of alcohol.

Detective Sergeant Darren Brown, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “First and foremost, my thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who has tragically died as a result of this collision.

“His next of kin are being offered support at this extremely difficult time.

Several other occupants of the grey Mercedes were taken to hospital, however their injuries were not life-threatening.

Sergeant Brown added: “I am appealing to anybody who witnessed the collision to please get in touch with Thames Valley Police, including anybody who may have seen either vehicle immediately before the collision occurred.

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“I would also ask that drivers who were in the area at the time to please check their dash-cams for any footage that can assist this investigation.

“You can contact us by making a report online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43220408127.

“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.”

The Ascot man who was arrested has since been released under investigation.