A woman has died after a vehicle collision yesterday afternoon (Friday).
Police were called to a fatal two vehicle collision on the A505 carriageway, around three miles from Hitchin, at 2.53 yesterday afternoon (Friday).
A 28-year-old woman was driving a blue Ford Fiesta which lost control, veered left and collided heavily with the rear of a parked Mercedes Sprinter van.
The woman, who has yet to be formally identified, died at the scene.
The occupant of the Mercedes, a 25-year-old man sustained slight injuries.
Police, ambulance and fire services attended the scene.
Ambulance officer Gary Sanderson, who attended the scene said: “First and foremost my thoughts are with the young woman’s family at this tragic time.”
Traffic officers are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information should contact PC Bob Hauxwellon 101.
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