Elderly man dies after being hit by car in Derbyshire town – as police launch appeal for witnesses

The incident took place along Station Road in Darley Dale, near the crossroads with Old Road and Church Road, at around 5.30pm on Monday, December 9.

A Derbyshire Police spokesperson said: “A 73-year-old man died following a collision with a silver VW Polo. The man’s family are aware and are being supported by officers.

“The driver of the car remained at the scene and is assisting officers with their enquiries.

“We want to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time, in particular anyone with dashcam footage that may have captured the incident or the moments leading up to it.”

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Anyone with information is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, quoting reference number 24*731267:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.