Young man dies after crash in Chesterfield

A pedestrian has died following a crash in Chesterfield.
By Michael Broomhead
Published 7th Apr 2021, 11:15 BST
Updated 7th Apr 2021, 11:47 BST
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Police said the collision – involving a car which did not stop – happened on Malvern Road at around 4.30pm on Tuesday.

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A Derbyshire Constabulary spokesperson said: “A man, aged in his 30s, suffered serious injuries and sadly died at the scene.

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The road was closed for several hours but has now been reopened. Picture by Brian Eyre.The road was closed for several hours but has now been reopened. Picture by Brian Eyre.
The road was closed for several hours but has now been reopened. Picture by Brian Eyre.

“Officers located the vehicle believed to be involved with the incident following enquiries, and have arrested a woman on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.”

Witnesses are urged to contact Derbyshire Constabulary, quoting reference number 21*188745.

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