Appeal after man dies in Doncaster collision
78-year-old James Joseph Corrigan died in hospital
Police are investigating after a man died in a collision in Doncaster.
Officers were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Bentley Road on Friday 18 October, at 3.52pm. It is reported that a green Peugeot 308 collided with a pedestrian.
A 78-year-old man has today been named by his family as James Joseph Corrigan. He was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. He sadly later died as a result of his injuries.
James' family have shared the following tribute:
"James was a father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and beloved partner of Pat. In his younger years, James was a professional boxer, before becoming a well-known contractor in Doncaster.
"He was a true gentleman and will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him."
Officers are urging anyone who was in the area to who may have witnessed the collision or who has dashcam footage to come forward.