TWO men in their 50s have been killed and two others were left seriously injured after a van crashed off the road.

Cops and emergency services scrambled to the scene in Goostrey, Cheshire, after a grey Renault Trafic van, reportedly left the carriageway.

Tragically, a 52-year-old man was pronounced dead following the horror crash, Cheshire Police said.

A second man, aged 53, was taken to hospital, where he later sadly died from his injuries.

The next of kin of those involved have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Two other men, aged 49 and 48, were also taken to hospital with serious injuries, police confirmed.

The force said their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.

Detective Sergeant Amy Hollis, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:

“This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the families and loved ones of those affected.

“We are continuing to work to establish exactly what happened and would appeal to anyone who witnessed the collision, saw the vehicle involved in the moments leading up to it, or has dashcam footage that could assist our investigation, to get in touch with us.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101, or via the Cheshire Police website, quoting incident number IML2451309.