Tributes Flow for Officer Killed by Lorry on A19 in North Yorkshire
The community mourns the loss of PC Rosie Prior, tragically killed while assisting at a crash scene on the A19
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North Yorkshire: It’s a tough day for the police force after PC Rosie Prior was killed by a lorry on the A19. She was just trying to help out at an earlier crash when tragedy struck.
Rosie was helping the people involved in a crash when the lorry hit her and the driver of the Audi, Ryan Welford. Sadly, both of them died right there. A teenage boy from the Audi is in the hospital but is stable.
Her family shared a touching tribute, calling her a loving mum and sister who will be missed dearly. Chief Constable Tim Forber expressed his sadness, saying it’s a heartbreaking situation for everyone involved.
The area was closed off for hours as they cleared the scene. Ryan’s family also shared their grief, remembering him as a hardworking dad and husband. It’s just so tragic.
The driver of the lorry, a 65-year-old man, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving but has been released while the investigation continues. Rosie had only joined the North Yorkshire Police last year.