02/06/2026
We are deeply saddened to learn that following the collision on the A30 on Friday, a five-year-old boy has tragically passed away as a result of his injuries.
Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences are with his family, friends, and everyone affected by this devastating loss during what must be an incredibly difficult time.
Devon & Cornwall Police are continuing to appeal for information in relation to the incident. If you have any information that could assist their investigation, please see the post below. ⬇️
Update following A30 collision in Cornwall
A second child has died following a road traffic collision on the A30 in Cornwall on Friday.
Officers were called shortly before 11am on Friday 29 May following a collision involving multiple vehicles in the westbound carriageway of the A30 near Connor Downs.
As a result of the incident, an eight-year-old boy died at the scene.
A five-year-old boy was taken to Bristol Children’s Hospital with serious injuries but sadly died on Tuesday 2 June.
A woman in her 70s is being treated in Derriford Hospital having suffered serious injuries. A woman in her 40s was treated for injuries at Derriford hospital and has since been discharged.
The two women and two children were travelling in the same car.
Relatives are being supported by specially trained officers.
A local man in his 60s was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. He was treated for minor injuries.
He has been released under investigation while the investigation continues.
Detective Inspector Andy Heath of Devon and Cornwall Police Serious Collisions Investigation Team said: “I am saddened to confirm that a second boy has passed away following Friday’s collision on the A30.
“It is important that the family are given the privacy needed at this difficult time and my thoughts remain with them and others affected by this tragic incident. Investigators continue to support the relatives while we secure the evidence required in this case.
“I would like to thank those who have responded to our witness appeals this week and ask that any witness who has not yet contacted us or anyone with relevant dash-cam to please call 101 or make contact via our website quoting 50260136471.”
