Woman killed in fatal Wakefield crash named as suspect remains in custody

Louise Hargill was struck by a car in Horbury on Saturday night

Louise Hargill
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 22nd Sep 2025

A woman who was killed in a crash in Wakefield at the weekend has been named as 46 year old Louise Hargill.

She was fatally injured after being hit by a black Vauxhall Corsa in Clifton Avenue, Horbury, at around 10:15pm on Saturday night (September 20).

Louise passed away at the scene despite the efforts of paramedics to save her.

A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody.

Anyone with information is being urged to contact West Yorkshire Police.

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