First picture of man killed in crash which saw two women arrested for 'kidnap'

A man who was killed in a crash which saw two women arrested on suspicion of kidnap has been named and pictured.

The fatal collision happened at around 1.40am on Tuesday in Peterborough.

The crash involved a Vauxhall Astra and a Mercedes Sprinter, resulting in the death of 44-year-old Alexander Edney.

He was a passenger in the Astra, and despite the best efforts of police officers and paramedics, Alexander died at the scene.

The driver of the vehicle fled the area on foot before emergency services arrived.

Later, two women, aged 27 and 35, who are believed to have been in the Astra were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and kidnap. Both were taken to Peterborough City Hospital for treatment.

The 27-year-old woman, from Kent, remains in Peterborough City Hospital with serious, but not life threatening injuries.

The second woman, who is from Peterborough, is now in custody at Thorpe Wood Police Station.

Three men aged 24, 37 and 41 were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. They have since been released under investigation.

The family of Mr Edney, from Aldershot, Hampshire, have shared the following statement:

“Alex was a loving son, grandson, dad and brother.

“He was a good friend to many, always willing to help others and he will be sorely missed by all who knew him.”

An investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage, should call 101 quoting ref: 52 of 26 May.

Alternatively, you can report online at  www.cambs.police.uk/report.