Nine people have been injured following a road traffic collision on the A404 Marlow Hill near Wycombe High School in High Wycombe. The incident occurred at approximately 1:38 pm today, and involved a vehicle colliding with seven pedestrians – all teenage girls – as well as two other vehicles.

Injuries and Emergency Response

Six of the teenage girls sustained minor injuries and did not require hospital treatment. One girl and the drivers of the two vehicles involved were taken to hospital for precautionary treatment due to minor injuries. Thankfully, there have been no reports of serious injuries.

The A404 Marlow Hill has since reopened after being closed for several hours to facilitate emergency response and investigation.

Police and School Statements

Thames Valley Police have confirmed that the incident is not terror-related. They are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference number 1029 of today’s date (3 April).

In a statement on Facebook, Wycombe High School reassured parents:

“Following a road traffic incident on the A404 near Wycombe High School this afternoon, Thames Valley Police have issued a reassuring statement for parents: ‘Six of the seven children involved were treated for very minor injuries at the scene. One child was taken to hospital with a minor injury as a precaution.'”

The school further expressed gratitude to the emergency services for their swift response, acknowledging the concerns of parents but emphasizing that there were no serious injuries.

Eyewitness Accounts and Community Reaction

Local residents have expressed shock at the incident. One witness, Sarah Thompson, said:

“It was terrifying to see so many emergency vehicles on Marlow Hill. I really hope the girls are okay.”

Social media has been flooded with messages of support for the injured students and gratitude for the prompt response of the emergency services. One Twitter user wrote:

“Scary situation near Wycombe High School today. Glad to hear everyone’s okay. Sending thoughts to those involved.”

Appeal for Information

Thames Valley Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision. They are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage from the area around the time of the collision to come forward.

If you have information, please call 101, quoting reference number 1029 of 3 April. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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