A 74-year-old woman died after being struck by a livestock trailer in North Yorkshire. Police are investigating.
The woman was a 74-year-old local resident. The incident occurred on Main Street in High Bentham around 10:15 AM on Wednesday, February 19.
Emergency services tried to help her, but sadly, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Specialist officers are assisting her family during this difficult time.
The driver was operating a red Scania truck with a livestock trailer attached. Police arrested the 48-year-old driver from Ryedale for careless driving causing death. He was questioned by the police and subsequently released but remains under investigation as evidence is reviewed.
Local diversions were in place until 7 PM while investigators closed the collision scene to conduct a careful examination. Police believe both the woman and the truck were heading west on Mount Pleasant before the crash outside the entrance.
Police are seeking witnesses and any dashcam footage. Did you see either the woman or the truck before the incident? Contact them as soon as possible.
You can email the Major Collision Investigation Team at MCIT@northyorkshire.police.uk. Alternatively, call North Yorkshire Police at 101 and ask for the Force Control Room. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or report online.
Please quote reference number 12250030701 when sharing any details related to this incident.