Woman dies after being hit by lorry on A41 next to The Hawthorns
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a lorry near The Hawthorns.
The woman, who was in her 50s, suffered serious injuries and was confirmed dead at the scene on the A41 Birmingham Road in West Bromwich.
The lorry driver stopped at the scene and is assisting police with their inquiries, West Midlands Police said.
The driver and a witness were both treated for shock.
West Midlands Ambulance Service was called at 11.57am and sent one ambulance and two paramedic officers to the scene.
A spokesman said: “On arrival, crews discovered a woman, who was a pedestrian, who had suffered serious injuries in collision with a lorry.
“Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save her and she was confirmed dead at the scene.
“The lorry driver, a man, was assessed for the effects of shock and discharged at the scene.
“A third patient, a woman, who witnessed the incident, was also treated for the effects of shock and discharged at the scene.”
Police said the A41 is likely to remain closed in both directions "for some time" between Junction 1 of the M5 and Halfords Lane near The Hawthorns.
Sergeant Alan Hands, from the serious collision investigation unit, said: "We are investigating the circumstances leading to this tragic event and have spoken to a number of witnesses already.
"We are appealing for anyone with information or dash cam footage to get in touch as soon as possible."
Anyone with information is urged to contact police by calling 101 or visiting the force website.
Alternatively Crimestoppers UK can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting log number 873 of 28/11.
