Police have appealed for witnesses after two teenagers died and three other people were injured in a crash involving two cars in Nottinghamshire.

The collision happened in Southwell Road, in the village of Gonalston, at around 10.45pm on Thursday.

A 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were pronounced dead at the scene.

Two other people were taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham with potentially life-threatening injuries.

A fifth person sustained injuries which are not thought to be life-threatening.

As emergency services dealt with the incident, the A612 Southwell Road was closed between its junctions with Gonalston Road, Gonalston, and Beck Street, Thurgarton.

The road was closed for several hours before it reopened.

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Case investigator Louise Melbourne, of Nottinghamshire Police’s serious collision investigation unit, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the family and friends of everyone involved.

“Our specialist trained officers are working to offer families support at this incredibly sad time.

“Enquiries are continuing and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision, or has any dashcam footage that may be helpful to the investigation, to get in touch as soon as possible.”

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service area manager Damien West said: “Our deepest condolences go out to the families and friends of those who have died in this tragic incident, and our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected.”

:: Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 801 of 22 September 2022.

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