POLICE are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a fatal collision on the M1 near Barnsley yesterday (Thursday).
At 9.23am police were called to reports of a road traffic collision between Junction 36 and 37 on the M1 southbound.
It is understood that a grey Volvo XC40 hit the central barrier of the motorway and left the carriageway.
Emergency services attended, and despite their best efforts, a 71-year-old woman sadly died at the scene.
A 71-year-old man was taken to hospital with injuries that are serious but not believed to be life-threatening. The family of the man and the woman has been informed and is being supported.
The M1 was closed in both directions between junction 36 and 37 and has since reopened.
Officers are investigating the circumstances of the collision. If you witnessed the collision, have dashcam footage, or any other information that could help with enquiries, please get in touch with police.
A police spokesperson said: “You can share information online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 234 of 1 May 2025. You can share footage here: https://orlo.uk/oee4k
“Our thoughts are with the family of those affected by this tragic incident.”
