Tragic Collision Claims Life of Police Officer in North Yorkshire
Tragic Incident In North Yorkshire
A North Yorkshire police officer tragically lost her life in a collision involving a lorry.
PC Rosie Prior, who joined the force in 2022, was assisting at the scene of a previous road accident when the tragic incident occurred.
Details of the Incident
PC Prior was on the verge of the A19 at Bagby, near Thirsk, alongside the individuals from one of the cars involved in the initial collision.
At 08:55 GMT on a Saturday morning, a lorry collided with them, resulting in the death of both PC Prior and the driver of the car, Ryan Welford.
Legal Actions Taken
The 65-year-old lorry driver from Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has since been released under investigation while a teenage boy who was a passenger in Mr. Welford's car remains in a serious but stable condition in the hospital.
Heartfelt Condolences
North Yorkshire Chief Constable Tim Forber expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of PC Rosie Prior, describing the event as profoundly traumatic.
Both PC Prior's and Mr. Welford's families shared heartfelt messages, highlighting their roles as beloved family members who will be greatly missed.
