Table of Contents
FORMER insurance executive David Barral has tragically passed away in a devastating accident that caused his Aston Martin to veer off the road and collide with a tree.
The father of three's family has expressed their deep sorrow in the aftermath of this tragedy.
Emergency services rushed to the scene on the A58 in Leeds todayCredit: © YappApp
An investigation into the accident is currently underway, with authorities urging any witnesses to step forward.
Mr. Barral was driving a grey Aston Martin DBX SUV on the A58 between Bardsey and Collingham when his vehicle went off the road and crashed into a tree.
Images from the scene depict numerous emergency vehicles surrounding the location of the tragic incident.
Fire crews and paramedics responded to the horrific crash and attempted to save the former CEO's life, but he was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene.
Mr. Barral’s grieving family released a statement: “We are all utterly heartbroken by the loss of the most wonderful man.
“Rest in peace, David. We will miss you dearly, and you will forever hold a place in our hearts. We love you.”
Father of three, Mr. Barral was born in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, Scotland.
He resided with his family in Harrogate, England.
Mr. Barral held senior leadership positions at the insurance firm Aviva from 1999 to 2015.
He later worked at Guardian Royal Exchange as a claims negotiator before managing Andrew Yule for three years.
Father of three, Mr. Barral, who was born in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, ScotlandCredit: West Yorkshire Police
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to David Barral?
David Barral tragically died in a car accident when his Aston Martin veered off the road and crashed into a tree.
What did David Barral's family say about his passing?
His family expressed their deep sorrow, stating they are devastated by his loss and will always remember him fondly.
What was David Barral's professional background?
David Barral held senior roles at Aviva from 1999 to 2015 and also worked at Guardian Royal Exchange and Andrew Yule.
