Investigation launched after fatal collision in Barnsley

Police say they were called on Wednesday.

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 24th May 2024

An investigation is underway after a fatal collision in Barnsley.

Police say an 82-year-old passed away after a car hit a will in Ardsley.

A Police statement said:

"We are appealing for information following a single vehicle road traffic collision in which an elderly man died.

"On Wednesday 22 May at 11.26am, it is reported that a red Vauxhall Vectra collided with a stone wall at the junction with Chapel Street in Ardsley. The driver of the vehicle, an 82-year-old man, was taken to hospital where he sadly died.

"Officers are appealing for anyone with information or anyone who was in the area at the time with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward."

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