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A WOMAN has tragically passed away following a devastating two-vehicle collision in a quiet village.
The 78-year-old woman died at the scene on Friday after suffering what is believed to be a medical episode.
A woman has died after a tragic crash involving two BMWs in LeedsCredit: Google Maps
Police arrived at Aberford Road, Woodlesford, on Friday afternoon at approximately 3:47 PM.
They were responding to reports of a collision involving two vehicles and are urgently seeking witnesses.
A spokesperson for the police stated: “Sadly, the driver of one of the vehicles, a 78-year-old woman, died at the scene.
“It is believed she may have experienced a medical episode while driving.
“The driver of the other vehicle was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”
They added that officers from the Major Collision Enquiry team are currently investigating this tragic incident.
In addition to seeking witnesses, they have also requested that anyone with dashcam footage come forward.
This incident follows another tragic event where a 22-year-old man lost his life in a collision.
CCTV footage captured the crash on Stratford Road and Ladypool Road on August 1.
The video shows a black and blue vehicle colliding at high speed, sending debris flying before striking a parked car.
In another incident, a vehicle towing a caravan overturned on the motorway after overtaking a lorry.
Shocking dashcam footage was recorded by a lorry driver as the event unfolded last month.
Fortunately, the driver of the car towing the caravan emerged without any injuries.
Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footageCredit: Google Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the accident involving the 78-year-old woman?
The 78-year-old woman died at the scene after a suspected medical episode while driving in a collision involving two vehicles on Aberford Road.
Is the police investigating the incident?
Yes, the Major Collision Enquiry team is investigating the incident and is appealing for witnesses and any dashcam footage.
Were there any other injuries reported?
Yes, the driver of the other vehicle involved in the collision was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
