Three dead after vehicle leaves road and catches fire in Cornwall

The incident on the A390 was reported shortly before midnight

BBC A390 — The incident on the A390 was reported shortly before midnight

Three people have died in a crash after a vehicle left a road and caught fire.

The crash, on the A390 between Merrymeet and St Ive, in Cornwall, was reported at about 23:50 BST on Tuesday.

Devon and Cornwall Police said two men, aged 18 and 30, and a 16-year-old boy died at the scene.

Four teenagers, two boys and two girls from Liskeard, have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Officers said those who died had yet to be formally identified "but their next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers".

The road was closed for a police investigation and officers seized a second vehicle "which is believed to be linked to the incident".

Sgt Tina Green, of Devon and Cornwall Police, said officers were working to "understand the full circumstances of how this tragic incident occurred" and there would be an increased police presence in the area of the collision and the wider Liskeard area.

She said people should "refrain from speculating about the nature of the incident and those involved" as it was an active case.

She added: "If you see any social media commentary that you feel may assist our investigation, please report that to us."