A 77-year-old woman has died in a tragic road traffic collision in Bradford, after being struck by a lorry and her body carried for approximately three miles before being discovered, according to West Yorkshire Police.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The collision occurred on Harrogate Road, near Killinghall Road, at around 5:20 pm on Wednesday, April 15. Police were initially called to reports of a pedestrian involved in a collision with a heavy goods vehicle (HGV).
A short time later, officers received another call reporting the discovery of a woman's body on Neville Road. The 77-year-old victim was pronounced dead at that scene. Investigators believe the woman was hit by the lorry on Harrogate Road and then carried by the vehicle to Neville Road, a distance of about three miles.
Police Investigation and Arrest
West Yorkshire Police have launched an appeal for witnesses to the incident. A spokesperson stated: "Police are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision in Bradford. Officers were called at around 5.20pm yesterday to reports that a pedestrian was in collision with an HGV on Harrogate Road towards Killinghall Road."
Following the discovery of the body, a 55-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries, as the investigation continues.
Community Impact and Safety Concerns
This shocking incident has raised serious concerns about road safety in the Bradford area. The fact that the victim's body was transported such a significant distance before being found adds a particularly distressing dimension to the tragedy.
Local authorities and police are urging anyone with information about the collision or who may have witnessed the events to come forward. The investigation aims to establish the full circumstances surrounding the woman's death and determine any contributing factors to the collision.
The victim's identity has not been officially released, pending notification of next of kin. The community is mourning the loss of the elderly woman, whose death has highlighted the dangers faced by pedestrians on busy roads.
