Police have confirmed that two men tragically lost their lives following an accident in the car park of Hitchin Town Football Club on Saturday afternoon (6 September).

Officers were called to the scene at around 2pm after reports that two men had been seriously injured while unloading glass panels from a lorry parked in the overflow car park.

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, both men sadly died at the scene. Their next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

A third man sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene.

In a statement, the football club said:

"Unfortunately, there was a tragic accident on land adjacent to the football ground on Saturday that resulted in the fatality of 2 people. At this stage we know very little about the actual details of the accident and the police have taken control of the incident and their enquiries are ongoing.

"We would like to send our deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to their families at this very sad and difficult time."

Police have confirmed that the incident is under investigation and enquiries remain ongoing.