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Two teenagers have died and another is fighting for his life in hospital after a crash in Surrey.
A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving after the smash in Hurst Green, near Oxted, on Saturday night, police said.
Officers were called to just before 10pm on Saturday to reports that a white Tesla had smashed into a tree, with three fire engines also rushing to the area.
One man in his late teens died at the scene, while another passed away later in hospital.
The families of both victims have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
A third man also in his late teens remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries, while the driver of the Tesla was taken in with serious injuries.
Holland Road remained closed into today between the junctions with Popes Lane and Warren lane while the investigation continued.
Surrey Police were today appealing for witnesses.
The fatal crash happened on Holland Road in Hurst Green, Surrey
A statement from the force read: ‘A 30-year-old man from Oxted has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
‘We are asking anyone who may have witnessed this collision to get in touch.
‘We are also seeking CCTV, dashcam, or helmet cam footage that may have captured all or part of this incident.’
Anyone with information about the crash is urged to get in touch with Surrey Police quoting PR/ 45250153201.
They can do this via the 24/7 live chat service on the website, using the online form to provide an update or by calling 101.
