Overview
- Dorset Coroner’s Court opened proceedings on 30 October, confirming Emma Jayne Wray Smith, 37, died in the 22 October crash.
- Police said the 35-year-old Poole man arrested on suspicion of driving offences was treated for minor injuries and remains on bail as inquiries continue.
- The collision occurred at 12.05am near Askerswell and involved a white BMW and a grey BMW, with paramedics confirming Ms Smith died at the scene.
- A 28-year-old man from Plymouth was taken to hospital with life-changing injuries as officers closed the A35 for several hours and appealed for witnesses.
- Ms Smith, a mother of four from Bournemouth, was identified by photo comparison after a post-mortem at Holly Tree Lodge, and relatives have issued tributes.