POLICE investigating the fatal road smash which happened in Hagley on Monday night (June 16) have bailed a man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

The 20-year-old driver from Brierley Hill was released on police bail pending further inquiries.

The crash involving a black Ford Focus happened at about 10pm on the A491 on the Lydiate Ash-bound carriageway.

The front seat passenger, a 23-year-old Brierley Hill man - who has not been named, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Pc Nick Ferguson in the North Worcestershire Road Policing Unit on 08457 444888.