Investigation underway after woman dies after Barnsley collision

Police have released a statement.

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 16th Jan 2024

An investigation is underway after a woman died after a collision in Barnsley.

Police say they were called to Wombwell Lane on Saturday morning.

An 85-year-old woman was taken to hospital with injuries and died later from her injuries.

A Police Statement said:

"We are appealing for information after the death of a pedestrian following a road traffic collision in Barnsley.

"On Saturday 13 January at 10.46am, we were called to Wombwell Lane, near the junction with Ash Road, following reports of a collision involving a grey Vauxhall Astra and an elderly woman.

"The pedestrian, an 85-year-old woman, was taken to hospital with injuries where she sadly later died.

"The driver of the Astra remained at the scene following the collision and is assisting officers with their enquiries.

"We are asking for any witnesses to the collision or any passing motorists who hold dashcam footage of the collision to come forward."

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