A man has died after his car left the road and collided with a tree in Northwood.

Herts Police have appealed for information after, for reasons unknown, a blue Citroen Xsara crashed in The Woods at the junction with Sandy Lane just before 1.55pm today (July 13).

Emergency services including an air ambulance were called but the driver was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

The driver was a man in his mid-20s from Watford, Herts Police confirmed.

Sergeant Tim Davies, from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire Road Policing Unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and friends at this very difficult time.

“Our enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances around the collision and, as part of this, we are appealing for witnesses to please get in touch.

“Did you witness the collision or see the vehicle in the area prior to it?

“I’m particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have captured dash cam footage. If you were in the area and have one fitted, please check it and contact us if you have captured something which may assist us.”

Information can be reported online or via non-emergency number 101, quoting reference ISR 416 of 13 July, 2023.