Fylde Council issues statement after pedestrian 'seriously injured' by bin lorry in Freckleton
Fylde Council has issued a statement after a pedestrian was “seriously injured” in a collision involving a refuse collection vehicle in Freckleton earlier today.
Emergency services were called to Preston Old Road at around 7.52am this morning following reports a female pedestrian had been struck by a bin lorry near the Coach and Horses hotel.
Police closed the road in both directions between The Coach and Horses and The Plough while they dealt with the incident.
Lancashire Police confirmed the casualty suffered a “serious injury” and advised members of the public to avoid the area while paramedics worked at the scene.
The age of the pedestrian has not been confirmed.
A spokesperson for Fylde Council said: “We can confirm that a serious incident occurred earlier today in Freckleton, on Preston Old Road, involving a Fylde Council refuse collection vehicle, which has sadly resulted in a serious injury.
“Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
“The incident is being investigated by the police with full co-operation from the council. Further details can only be released when confirmed.”
Lancashire Police previously said: “We were called at shortly before 8am today to a report of a serious injury collision between a bin wagon and a female pedestrian near the Coach and Horses hotel, Preston Old Road, Freckleton.
“Emergency services are at the scene, and the road is currently closed while we deal with the incident.
“Anyone who saw what happened or who has any information can call us on 101 quoting log 0215 of today (December 16).”
In a post on Facebook earlier today, Fylde Police added that the road closure would remain in place for some time and asked motorists to avoid the area.
North West Ambulance Service has been approached for comment.