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Van Fatal Crash: Man, 60s, Dies After Humberstone Road Collision
9 Jan
Summary
- A man in his 60s died after being hit by a van on Humberstone Road.
- The collision occurred Thursday morning, prompting road closures and investigations.
- A 57-year-old man was arrested and has been released under investigation.
A fatal collision on Humberstone Road has resulted in the death of a pedestrian in his 60s. The incident occurred shortly before 07:30 GMT on Thursday when a blue Volkswagen Transporter van struck the man. Emergency services, including East Midlands Ambulance Service, were dispatched to the scene. Despite their efforts, the pedestrian was pronounced dead a short time later by Leicestershire Police.
Following the incident, a 57-year-old man was apprehended on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He has since been released under investigation, and police are continuing their inquiries. Several roads in the vicinity were temporarily closed to facilitate the investigation process and allow officers to gather evidence.
Leicestershire Police are actively appealing for witnesses who may have seen the collision or possess any relevant dashcam footage. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
