Cyclist seriously injured in Wakefield crash dies in hospital

The 66 year old, who was from Wakefield, passed away yesterday

Denby Dale Road near the Thornes Road junction
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 17th Jul 2026

A cyclist who was critically injured in a crash in Wakefield has died in hospital.

The 66 year old was seriously hurt at 10:05am on Wednesday (July 15) on the A636 Denby Dale Road, when he was hit by a grey Omoda 5 SUV while travelling Southbound near the Thornes Raoad junction.

The driver, a 48 year old woman, has been interviewed under caution and bailed.

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.

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