Local Police Team Advice

What to do in the event of an Road Traffic Collision (RTC):
No matter how big or small you are legally required to stop and exchange details even if there’s no one with the other vehicle or damaged property you should leave a note or call Police.
Despite it being a potentially stressful situation it’s important you remain calm. Don’t admit liability nor pressure the other driver, just worry about everyone’s immediate safety. Let your insurer sort out who’s responsible and any needed reparations. That’s why you pay them.
1. Stop Safely – First things first, find a safe area to pull over onto the side of the road where you aren’t in danger of another vehicle colliding with you. Consider 999 if this isn’t possible.
2. Check road safety – Ensure there’s no dangerous debris remaining in the road or immovable vehicles in dangerous positions. Consider 999 if there’s danger of another RTC.
3. Check injuries – Check with all involved drivers, passengers and pedestrians and ensure everyone is safe and without injury. Consider 999 if there’s any serious injuries.
4. Exchange details – Proceed to exchange details with other drivers primarily you should exchange;
• Full name and address of driver
• Full name and address of registered keeper if different from driver
• Phone numbers
• Vehicle registration
• Vehicle make model and colour
• Insurance details
5. Prepare to leave – Once you have exchanged details you can leave the scene if it is safe to do so however depending on damage to the vehicle it may not be safe to drive. If this is the case you must find a way to recover the vehicle. This is normally easiest through your insurance company however if the vehicle is still in a dangerous position normally on a busy or fast road the Police can recover it much quicker but it will be at a cost to the owner.
You should also consider taking pictures of all involved vehicles especially the damage, any damage to street furniture or buildings and where exactly it happened. You could also take note of any potential CCTV, dashcam footage or witnesses. This may help if anything comes into question by your insurance company.
If you are involved with an RTC and another driver does not stop or exchange details they will be committing an offence. The best way to report this to us is by reporting online on https://leics.police.uk/report-online It’s best to do this within 24 hours of the offence occurring and to ensure you pass as many details as possible including any potential CCTV or witness details. You can also report it by visiting a Police station front enquiry office.
www.police.uk/leicestershire/NL61 – For detailed crime information in your local area.
https://leics.police.uk/report-online – To report crime or receive relevant advice online.
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You can contact the police on 101 in a non-emergency or 999 in an emergency.