We are appealing anyone with information to come forward after a Doncaster road traffic collision has sadly turned fatal.

On Friday 18 October at 3.52pm, we were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Bentley Road. It is reported that a green Peugeot 308 collided with a pedestrian.

A 78-year-old man, who has today been named by his family as James Joseph Corrigan, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. He sadly later died as a result of his injuries.

James' family have shared the following tribute:

"James was a father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and beloved partner of Pat. In his younger years, James was a professional boxer, before becoming a well-known contractor in Doncaster.

"He was a true gentleman and will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him."

Officers are urging anyone who was in the area to who may have witnessed the collision or who has dashcam footage to come forward. Any information, not matter how small, could prove helpful in officers

investigation.

If you believe you can help, please get in touch online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 648 of 18 October 2024.