TWO men have died in a collision on the A272 near Winchester yesterday (Thursday) afternoon.

Officers were called just before 12.30pm to Telegraph Hill near Cheesefoot Head after a crash involving a black Ford Fiesta and a white Audi.

The two men travelling in the Fiesta were pronounced dead at the scene. Their identities have not yet been released.

Their next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A 60-year-old man who was driving the Audi suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.

Officers investigating the exact circumstances of the collision are keen to speak with any witnesses.

A police spokesperson said: “Did you witness the collision? Maybe you have a dash cam and captured footage of either of the vehicles in the area in the moments before or of the collision?”

Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200037998. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.