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Two people arrested on suspicion of murder after collision involving pedestrian in Barnsley

A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man died following a collision in Barnsley.

Police were called by the ambulance service after a report of a collision between a Volkswagen Touareg and a pedestrian on Rose Tree Avenue in the Cudworth area of the Yorkshire town around 4.55pm on Friday.

The pedestrian, a 45-year-old man, died at the scene, South Yorkshire Police said in a statement.

His family have been informed and are being supported by officers, the force said.

A 60-year-old man and a woman aged 38 were arrested on suspicion of murder and are still in custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Simon Cartwright appealed to anyone with information about the incident to contact them.

He said the investigation into "this tragic incident is still in its early stages and our thoughts first and foremost are with the victim's family, friends and loved ones".

"Officers will remain in Rose Tree Avenue carrying out further enquiries."

A crime scene remains in place in the area as police carry out enquiries.

Sky News

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