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Woman dies after being hit by a car on rural road

David SpereallYorkshire
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Police said the incident happened on Kebs Road, north of Todmorden, in the early hours of Tuesday morning

A woman has died after being hit by a car on a rural road in West Yorkshire.

The 52-year-old woman was struck by the vehicle in Kebs Road, north of Todmorden, at around 05:40 BST on Tuesday. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

West Yorkshire Police said a 68-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Officers have appealed for witnesses and said a scene remains in place on the road while inquiries are made.

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