Eckington Bridge: Fatal crash where Harry Smith, dad of six, died is still under investigation

Harry Smith, from Worcester, died at the scene following a crash at Eckington Bridge, near Pershore in which a car left the road and entered the river. 

A man, aged 38, who was reportedly driving the car, was initially arrested on suspicion of careless driving and drug driving. 

However, the man has been since released but remains under investigation.

Police have not charged anyone after the fatal crash at 4am on Friday, August 26.

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Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 6 (Image: Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 6)

A spokesperson from West Mercia Police said: "No further arrests for this case so far. The 38-year-old remains released under investigation."

As previously reported, a silver BMW and a red Vauxhall Astra collided on the bridge and the BMW fell into the River Avon.

Officers attended alongside West Midlands Ambulance Service and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue.

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MISSED: Harry Smith. Photo: West Mercia Police (Image: MISSED: Harry Smith. Photo: West Mercia Police)

Mr Smith was recovered from the water but died at the scene.

The 38-year-old man climbed out of the water and was subsequently arrested, but has now been released under investigation. 

Harry Smith's Funeral at St Lawrence Church

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Mr Smith's funeral took place yesterday (Thursday) with a horse and carriage leading the funeral procession through the village towards St Lawrence Church in Ledbury.

The church was filled with over 150 people, some having to stand or wait outside, to pay their last respects to Mr Smith.

The dad-of-six was described as the life of the party and his family wore orange t-shirts adorned with his picture. 

Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 8 at St Lawrence Church in Ledbury (Image: Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 8 at St Lawrence Church in Ledbury)

There were floral tributes which included a baked bean can, can of Fanta and bottle of Worcestershire Sauce and Nandos Sauce - some of Mr Smith's favourite food and drink - as well as his favourite fragrance Joop.

Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 8 at St Lawrence Church in Ledbury (Image: Harry Smith's funeral was held on October 8 at St Lawrence Church in Ledbury)

There were also touching flowers which read 'Dad', 'Son' and 'My Boy'.

“Harry was the light of the party and would do anything for anybody,” said Mr Smith's mum Shirley before the funeral. 

“We would like to thank everyone paying their respects at this sad time. Harry will have a send-off fit for a king.

“I miss you so much my boy, love you loads, my heart is broken.”