A DRIVER has died after his car crashed in to a ditch. The accident happened on the B115 near Hitcham at around 3.50pm this afternoon .A red Mercedes left the road and entered a ditch.

A DRIVER has died after his car crashed in to a ditch.

The accident happened on the B115 near Hitcham at around 3.50pm this afternoon .

A red Mercedes left the road and entered a ditch. No other vehicles were involved.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. No one else was in the vehicle.

The road is closed and diversions are in place. It is expected to remain closed until at least 10pm.

Any witnesses to the accident should contact Sgt Colin Teager on 01473 613500.