Car Accident Dartmouth – A tragic accident unfolded in Dartmouth this morning when a car plunged into the River Dart, resulting in the death of the driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle. The incident prompted a massive emergency response to the South Embankment area, where multiple agencies including police, ambulance services, fire crews, coastguard teams, and divers converged to handle the situation. The accident occurred around 8:40 a.m. on November 10, and the area surrounding the entry point has been cordoned off as officials conduct investigations.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing divers preparing to enter the water in an attempt to locate and retrieve the vehicle and the driver. The circumstances leading up to the vehicle’s entry into the river remain unclear. Authorities have yet to confirm the driver’s identity or release any further details pending notification of next of kin. In a statement, a spokesperson from Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed the loss: “Emergency services are currently at the scene on the South Embankment, Dartmouth, following reports of a car in the water.
Police were notified at around 8:40 a.m. this morning, Sunday, November 10, to reports that a car had plunged into the water opposite the Dartmouth Lifeboat Centre.” The spokesperson also confirmed that extensive efforts are ongoing to investigate the incident and secure the scene. The sudden presence of emergency teams has disrupted the otherwise serene setting of Dartmouth’s waterfront. Local residents and bystanders, who watched emergency services in action, expressed shock and sadness at the loss. The town, known for its scenic river views and bustling embankment, has rarely seen such incidents.
This accident has raised questions about safety along the South Embankment, an area frequently visited by both locals and tourists. Police have encouraged anyone with information or who may have witnessed the vehicle’s descent into the river to come forward to assist with the investigation. As the community mourns the loss, authorities remain on the scene, working to understand the factors that led to this tragic accident.
