A40 crash, Ross-on-Wye: Mystery of death circumstances

A 49-year-old man left his vehicle at the side of the dual carriageway in Whitchurch, near Ross-on-Wye, before crossing the road, and was hit by a lorry. He was pronounced dead at the scene as bystanders tried to care for him.

But police say that the reason why he left his vehicle is "yet to be established".

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In an appeal for witnesses, a police spokesperson said: "Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a collision in Herefordshire on September 4.

"The collision occurred at around 5.49pm on the A40 from Pencraig to Goodrich, involving an HGV and a pedestrian. For reasons yet to be established, it's believed the man had left his vehicle at the side of the road before crossing the road. A 49-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

"Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or has dashcam footage, is urged to contact PC 21777 Foster by emailing [email protected] or by calling 07970 544893 quoting incident 00343_I_04092024.

"Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-org.uk 

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