Man who died along with dog in Northumberland collision is named
The identity of a man who died in a Northumberland collision has been shared – as officers continue to appeal for information.
The identity of a man who died in a Northumberland collision has been shared – as officers continue to appeal for information.
At around 7.40pm on Wednesday, January 29, police received a report of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian on the A1 in Berwick.
It was reported a yellow Citroën DS3 had been travelling on the northbound carriageway, when it has struck a man and his dog on the road.
The man – who can now be named as 49-year-old David Loyd Bates from Eyemouth in Scotland – and the Cocker Spaniel, passed away at the scene.
His family continue to receive support from specially trained officers.
The driver of the Citroën continues to assist police with their enquiries.
Sergeant Alex Partington, of Northumbria Police’s Roads Policing team, said: “This was a tragic incident, and I’d like to express my deepest sympathies to David’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“We continue to look into the full circumstances surrounding the collision, and I’d like to thank everyone who has been in touch with us to date.
“As ever, if you do think you have further information which would help us, including any footage, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
“This will be invaluable as we ultimately look to get answers for David’s loved ones following their loss.”