Witness appeal after fatal collision involving bus in Torquay

Roads Policing Team investigates incident on Hele Road

Author: Katy WhitePublished 22nd Jun 2026

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on Hele Road, Torquay, on Friday 19th June.

The incident involved a bus and a pedestrian, a local woman in her 60s, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Her next of kin have been informed, and no other injuries were reported from the collision.

The road was closed for examination, reopening later around 8pm.

The Roads Policing Team has expressed gratitude to the public for their patience during this closure.

Officers are seeking anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision and may have dash camera footage to assist in the investigation.

Those with information that could aid enquiries are urged to contact police.

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