Man arrested after fatal two-car crash on A628 Hemsworth Bypass in Pontefract
A 57-year-old man died at the scene
A man has been arrested following a fatal crash in West Yorkshire.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died following the fatal collision between two cars in the Pontefract area.
Emergency services received a report at around 6am this morning (October 24) of a collision involving a blue Volkswagen Polo and a white Ford Eco Sport on the A628 Hemsworth Bypass, between the junctions of Southmoor Road and Brierley roundabout.
“A 57-year-old man suffered serious injuries and sadly died at the scene,” a West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said. “His immediate family have been informed.”
The spokesperson confirmed that a 20-year-old man has been interviewed after being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody.
A 60-year-old woman was also taken to hospital following the crash, but her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
The Major Collision Enquiry Team are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed this collision or the events leading up to it. Motorists who were in the area who have dashcams are asked to check whether they have captured any relevant footage.
Anyone with information can contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team via the 101LiveChat or by calling 101, quoting log 0295 of October 24.