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Two teens dead and another fighting for life after Tesla crashed into tree, as driver arrested

Emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 10pm on Saturday evening

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Police were called to Holland Road near to the junction with Popes Lane shortly before 10pm on Saturday following reports of a serious collision involving a white Tesla and a tree.
Police were called to Holland Road near to the junction with Popes Lane shortly before 10pm on Saturday following reports of a serious collision involving a white Tesla and a tree. Picture: Google Maps

By Alex Storey

Two teenagers have died and another is fighting for his life in hospital after a Tesla crashed into a tree.

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The collision happened shortly before 10pm on Saturday in the quiet village of Hurst Green in Surrey.

A male in his late teens died at the scene while a second man, also described as being in his late teens, was taken to hospital but couldn't be saved.

A third remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The car driver was also rushed to hospital and is receiving treatment for serious injuries.

Officers confirmed they arrested a 30-year-old man from Oxfed on suspicion of causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving.

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Police have shut off Holland Road between the junction with Popes Lane and the junction with Warren Lane whilst enquiries are carried out.
Police have shut off Holland Road between the junction with Popes Lane and the junction with Warren Lane whilst enquiries are carried out. Picture: Alamy

Holland Road between Popes Lane and Warren Lane has been shut by police while they conduct their investigations, and the road is expected to remain closed for several hours.

A Force spokesperson said specialist officers were supporting the families and has appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

They are particularly keen to hear from anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or helmet footage.