A MAN has died after a crash near Hursley, police have confirmed.

The A3090 was closed yesterday morning after the crash between Hursley Road and Hook Road.

Police have confirmed that a man in his 30s from Crookhill, near Ampfield, died at the scene. They are now appealing for witnesses.

A spokesman said: "Police were called just before 4am on Monday 22 April to a report of a single vehicle collision on the A3090, between Hursley Road and Hook Road.

"This involved a red Fiat Punto, which left the carriageway and collided with a tree.

READ MORE: Winchester Road, Ampfield reopens after a 'serious incident'

"The driver, a man in his 30s from Crookhill, sadly died at the scene. His family has been notified.

"We would like to speak to any motorists who saw a vehicle matching this description in the area around the time that police were called.

"In particular, we would like to speak to anyone with relevant dash cam or CCTV footage.

"If you have any information for us, please call 101 quoting reference 44240167617.

"You can also report online via the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary website: hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/.

"Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or via their website: crimestoppers-uk.org/."