Woman dies after Halifax crash

Police say it happened on Monday.

WYP
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 10th Jan 2023
Last updated 10th Jan 2023

An investigation is underway after a woman in her 70's died in a crash in Halifax.

Police say it happened yesterday morning on Brighouse and Denholme Gate Road just after 11 oclock.

Officers are asking anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

A police spokesperson said:

"Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Halifax.

"The Western Area Roads Policing Unit would like to speak to anyone who saw or has footage of the collision which took place today ( Monday January 9) on Brighouse and Denholme Gate Road, close to the junction with Score Hill.

"It occurred at about 11.08 after a white Ford Fiesta travelling towards Stone Chair roundabout was in collision with a grey Ford Prius travelling in the opposite direction.

"A male driver in the Prius suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.

"The driver of the Fiesta (a 76-year-old woman) was taken to hospital but sadly passed away."

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