Woman in her 70s dies in hospital after being hit by car in Brierfield
A woman in her 70s has died after being hit by a car in Brierfield.
A white Mercedes-Benz CLA struck a pedestrian on Colne Road at the junction with Every Street at around 6pm on Monday.
The pedestrian, a woman in her 70s, suffered “serious injuries” and was taken to hospital where she died on Tuesday.
A 24-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
She has since been bailed while police enquiries continue.
Sgt Pete Fyans, of Lancashire Police’s Road Policing Unit, said: “First and foremost, my thoughts are with the woman’s loved ones at this incredibly distressing time.
“Whilst someone has been arrested, our enquiries are very much ongoing. If you can assist our enquiries in any way, please do get in touch.”
He added: “We are aware of some footage of this incident circulating on social media.
“I would like to take this time to remind you that this collision involves real people, whose loved ones may see that footage you are sharing.
“Please refrain from sharing it online, and if you do see it, report it to us via the appropriate channels.”
If you have any information that may help police, call 101 or email [email protected] quoting log number 1092 of September 22.