Man fights for life after being hit by lorry in West Yorkshire road

A man is fighting for his life after being hit by a lorry in a major West Yorkshire road. Drivers are being urged to avoid Normanton Bypass and Sewerbridge Lane in Wakefield[1] after the pedestrian was hit by a HGV around 12.30pm today (March 4). It has been reported that the pedestrian has been left with life threatening injuries.

Police have closed the road and are now investigating the area. A West Yorkshire Police[2] spokesperson said: "Police are currently in attendance at a serious road traffic collision on Loscoe Lane, Normanton. "At 12.35 officers were called to reports a pedestrian had been in collision with a HGV.

"A man has suffered life threatening injuries. "The road is currently closed between Normanton Bypass and Sewerbridge Lane whilst enquiries are carried out.
"Motorists are advised to avoid the area at this time." This is a live blog which will be updated as and when we get any updates.

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References

1. ^ Wakefield (www.examinerlive.co.uk)
2. ^ West Yorkshire Police (www.examinerlive.co.uk)
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