Tragedy as man in his 70s dies after mobility scooter collides with van on busy Derbyshire road near Tesco and Aldi
The driver of a mobility scooter has died following a collision in Ilkeston.
The collision involving the mobility scooter and a van took place in Chalons Way, just before 11am on Thursday, December 11.
A road closure in place for several hours with motorists asked to avoid the area.
A 78-year-old man who was travelling on the mobility scooter sustained life-threatening injuries.
He was taken to hospital, but unfortunately died overnight.
His family are aware and are being supported by officers.
A 35-year-old driver of the van has been released and continues to help officers with their enquiries.