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Road to Close for Reconstruction of Fatal Incident

Geoff Hughes, 85, was the pedestrian involved in the collision on November and later died in hospital in the UK.

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Albany Road in Peel will close this evening to allow police to carry out investigations into the incident which led to the death of an elderly resident.

Geoff Hughes, 85, was the pedestrian involved in the collision on November and later died in hospital in the UK.

Tonight’s closure will allow the Roads Policing Unit to undertake collision reconstruction and related investigations.

The DoI has said: ‘While in general vehicles will not be allowed through the closure site, special arrangements have been made to facilitate scheduled bus services. Pedestrian access will be maintained.’

Mr Hughes’ death was marked by the Whitehouse in Peel, which posted a poignant tribute to the regular.

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