Driver killed after fatal collision in Lightwater named

Officers were called to the A322 Lightwater Bypass between the M3 junction and the Red Road roundabout at around 8pm following a collision involving a silver Nissan and a silver BMW, a spokesperson has said.

One of the drivers, who died despite the best efforts of paramedics at the scene has been named as Captain Elizabeth Godwin, 28, of the Life Guards.

“We are devastated by the loss of Lizzie and ask for privacy at this deeply distressing time.” Captain Godwin's mother said.

The other driver, a 30-year-old man from Bracknell, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and being unfit to drive through alcohol. He has been released on bail while enquiries continue.

"We are asking for the public’s help in identifying any potential witnesses to this collision. Were you in the area around A322 Lightwater Bypass between 19:45 and 20:45 on Friday, 5 September? Do you have any CCTV, dashcam, or helmet cam footage that may have captured all or part of this incident?” a police spokesperson said.

“If you have any information that can assist us, please get in touch quoting PR/45250109216 using one of the options below:

• Use our 24/7 live chat service available on this website (www.surrey.police.uk)
• Use our online form to provide an update to this incident or select from our other contact us forms.
• Call us on our non-emergency number, 101

“If you would rather not speak to police or to prefer to give information anonymously, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or completing their online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.”