Motorist dies at scene of collision after “losing control after bend”

The one-car accident happened on Kingsforth Lane in Thurcroft at 8.12pm on Friday.

A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “It is believed that a blue BMW 320D was travelling along Kingsforth Lane towards Thurcroft when it is thought to have lost control after a bend and collided into a nearby field.

“A 30-year-old man was found outside of the vehicle upon officers’ arrival.

"However, it is believed he was inside the vehicle at the time of the collision.

“He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

“Officers are keen to hear from anyone who may have been travelling along Kinsforth Lane between 8pm and 8.30pm and witnessed the collision, or saw the car prior to the collision.

“If you can help please call 101 quoting incident number 852 of February 12.

“Alternatively you can provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers — https://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”