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Two Women Killed in Caversham Crash as Police Arrest Suspect

Thames Valley Police is appealing for eyewitnesses with dash-cam or CCTV footage to help its inquiry

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Overview

  • Two pedestrians aged 72 and 68 were struck by a blue Volkswagen Tiguan at about 7:55 am on Peppard Road near the junction with Cedar Wood Crescent.
  • A 47-year-old woman from Reading was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody.
  • Thames Valley Police has launched a formal investigation into the collision under reference number 43250319754.
  • Investigating officer PS Matthew Cadmore urged anyone who witnessed the crash or holds relevant footage to contact the force.
  • The Reading Chronicle has opened a book of condolence to collect tributes for the victims.