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Lorry driver found dead in Bradford subway crash | Lorry driver found dead in Bradford subway crash |
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A lorry driver has died after his vehicle crashed through a roundabout barrier and plunged into a pedestrian subway. | A lorry driver has died after his vehicle crashed through a roundabout barrier and plunged into a pedestrian subway. |
The crash happened at about 02:10 GMT on the roundabout at the junction of Wakefield Road, New Hey Road and Neville Road in Bradford. | The crash happened at about 02:10 GMT on the roundabout at the junction of Wakefield Road, New Hey Road and Neville Road in Bradford. |
West Yorkshire Police said the 47-year-old driver was found dead at the scene. | West Yorkshire Police said the 47-year-old driver was found dead at the scene. |
Wakefield Road is closed between Dudley Hill Roundabout and the Bowling Back Lane junction. | Wakefield Road is closed between Dudley Hill Roundabout and the Bowling Back Lane junction. |
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No one else was injured in the incident. | |
A police spokesperson said specialist lifting equipment would be used to remove the lorry and work was ongoing to make the road and subway safe. | |
PC Nigel Fawcett advised motorists to avoid the area while the work takes place. | |
He said: "Inquiries into the cause of what has been a significant and tragic incident on Bradford's roads are ongoing today as is work to recover the lorry. | |
"Due to the scale of the collision this is very delicate work and is taking time. We apologise to drivers for delays and thank everyone for bearing with us." | |
The force has appealed for witnesses to come forward. | The force has appealed for witnesses to come forward. |