Pedestrian dies after collision with ambulance

A pedestrian has died after being involved in a collision with an ambulance in Sheffield.

South Yorkshire Police said officers were called to reports of road traffic collision in Myrtle Road involving a 26-year-old man and the East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) vehicle at about 18:40 BST on Wednesday.

A spokesperson said medical staff performed CPR on the man but he died as a result of his injuries.

Police said the ambulance driver had remained at the scene to assist officers with their investigations.

Craig Whyles, EMAS NHS Trust divisional director for Derbyshire, said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died and with everyone affected by this tragic incident.

"Support is available for our colleagues and we are co-operating fully with the police investigation.

"It would not be appropriate to comment further at this stage while enquiries are ongoing."

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