OFFICERS investigating a fatal crash on the A343 near Abbotts Ann are trying to trace two specific vehicles.

Police believe the drivers of a red S-reg Nissan Primera and a seven-and-a-half tonne truck may be key witnesses to the crash and could help with the investigation.

A spokesman said: "If it was you or you know who it was please call us on 101 quoting Operation Climb - your information could really help us out. Thank you."

The incident occured at around 5.30am on Friday when a grey Renault Laguna collided with a heavy goods vehicle.

The driver of the Renault, a man aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the HGV was unhurt.