Man, 72, dead after HGV crash in Halifax as driver arrested
A 72-year-old man has died after being struck by a heavy goods vehicle in Halifax town centre this morning.
At around 10:29am on Wednesday (Feb 18) police responded to reports there had been a crash involving a HGV and a pedestrian in Halifax.
The incident occurred when a DAF articulated heavy goods vehicle hit a pedestrian in Broad Street, close to the crossroads junction with Orange Street.
Officers attended the scene but the pedestrian, a 72-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following enquiries, a 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody at this time.
Police launched an appeal for any witnesses or any one with information to come forward.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: “The collision is being investigated by the Major Collision Enquiry Team, who are urging anyone who witnessed the collision to contact them on 101.
“Anyone with footage which may assist the investigation is also asked to get in touch, quoting reference 13260098590.”