Pensioner dies after collision in Thornton Cleveleys
The incident happened at 10am yesterday
Last updated 3rd May 2023
A woman has died after being hit by a car in Thornton Cleveleys.
Emergency services were called to North Drive, close to the junction with Victoria Road West, yesterday.
It's said to have happened when a Ford Kuga collided with the rear of a Toyota Corolla before then colliding with the pedestrian as she was crossing the road.
Despite receiving medical treatment, the woman in her 90s was pronounced dead at the scene.
Lancashire Police have now launched an investigation and now want anyone who saw anything to get in touch. They have also confirmed that the driver of the Ford Kuga - a man in his 80s - has been arrested and later released, pending further enquiries.
Sgt Helen Parkinson, from the Road Policing Unit, said: “This collision has very sadly resulted in the death of an elderly lady and my thoughts are very much with her loved ones at this time.
“I would appeal to anyone who saw the collision, or the vehicles involved in the moments beforehand, or anyone who has CCTV, dashcam or other footage, to get in touch.”
Lancashire Police can be contacted on 101 quoting log 390 of May 2.