Pensioner dies after crash on Corby crossing

The man was crossing the road on his mobility scooter
By Sam Wildman
Published 2nd May 2020, 10:07 BST
Updated 2nd May 2020, 10:08 BST
Police at the scene.Police at the scene.
Police at the scene.

An elderly man hit by a car near Corby's Morrisons yesterday (Friday) has died, police have confirmed.

The victim, aged 79, died after the crash in Oakley Road at about 2.25pm.

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He had been crossing a pelican crossing on his mobility scooter when he was hit by a grey Fiat 500.

The air ambulance was called to the incident but the man died at the scene.

The road was closed in both directions while emergency services attended.

The crash is now being investigated by Northants Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit.

No arrests have been made in connection with the collision and witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage should call the Drivewatch Hotline on 0800 174615.