Man arrested after fatal Heckmondwike crash

A pedestrian was hit and killed by a car

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 22nd Jul 2021

A man's been arrested a woman was hit and killed by a car in Heckmondwike yesterday evening.

It happened at around 7:50pm in White Leeds Road.

A grey Seat Leon was involved in a crash with a female pedestrian as she was crossing the road.

The 69 year old woman was pronounced dead at the scene.

A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Police are appealing for witnesses to get in touch.

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