“We made a mandatory referral to the IOPC because a death had occurred following police contact.
“They have declared an independent investigation and we will co-operate fully with their investigation.”
The IOPC said the investigation was at an early stage and confirmed its officials attended the police’s post-incident operation to gather information.
“We understand the driver of a black Audi A3 failed to stop for police and was then pursued for around six minutes before the vehicle was involved in a collision with a car being driven by a member of the public,” a spokesperson said.
Manuela Perteghella, Liberal Democrat MP for Stratford-on-Avon, said the incdent was “incredibly tragic”.
“My thoughts are with the families of all those impacted. We must now let the investigation take its course.”
Works were carried out on Warwick Road two years ago, aimed at reducing the number of crashes in the area.
Warwickshire County Council added a one-way system, lowered the speed limit and implemented a protected turning lane at the Ingon Lane junction.
Street lighting was also boosted to improve visibility for crossing pedestrians at Fisherman’s Car Park.
