Sadly, a 75-year-old man passed away in a hospital 13 days after being in an accident on a major Northampton street.
The Northampton mad died at University Hospital Coventry on Thursday, May 9, following the collision that occurred on Friday, April 26, according to confirmation from Northamptonshire Police today, Wednesday, May 15.
Around 10.55 p.m., the incident took place on the A508 Harborough Road near the Whitehills pub.
The man, who has not yet been officially identified by the police, was crossing the street when he collided with the driver of a white Volkswagen Golf that was heading north of Cambridge.
The car’s driver, a 19-year-old Leicestershire man, was taken into custody on suspicion of seriously hurting someone while driving recklessly. He’s still on police bail while more investigation is conducted.
“The investigation into this collision continues and officers would still like to hear from anyone with information who has not come forward, including anyone who may have dash-cam footage of the incident,” a spokesman for Northamptonshire Police stated.
If you have any information, please contact Northamptonshire Police at 101, the Drivewatch Hotline at 0800 174615, or email CollisionAppeals@northants.police.uk with the incident number.
