A WOMAN died in a collision with a car travelling in the opposite direction in Holmsley.
A Vauxhall Insignia was overtaking another vehicle on the A35 when it collided with a Vauxhall Astra on Sunday.
Joyce Frigot, 61, from Christchurch, who was in the Astra, died in the crash just before 10am.
Police said a 52-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving.
Emergency crews were sent to the scene and the road was closed for most of the day while it was examined by accident investigators and cleared.
Witnesses are asked to contact Sgt Lynch from the Eastleigh team, quoting Operation Armel, on 101.
Those calling from outside Hampshire should phone 01962 841534.
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