Police are appealing for witnesses after a man in his 60s died following a crash near Preston.

Emergency services were called shortly after 6.30pm yesterday (Tuesday) after a a man driving a Mazda 6 on Preston Road, Grimsargh, crashed into a bus shelter and church wall.

A police spokesperson said: "Very sadly despite the efforts of emergency services the driver, a man in his 60s, died.

"His family have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this time.

"Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage from the area are asked to contact police.

"You can get in touch by emailing our Serious Collision Investigation Unit at or calling on 101 quoting log 1170 of April 30."