THE elderly woman killed on Sunday morning after being hit by a car on Westbourne Road in Marsh has been named.

Police this morning revealed the 81-year-old who died was Marjorie Johnston of nearby Lawrence Road.

She died after following the incident involving a Toyota Avensis at around 10:05am near to the junction of Eldon Road.

The Toyota was travelling westbound at the time of the collision.

The road was closed for around five hours and police officers diverted traffic at the Junction roundabout and above the Co-op at the other end of the road.

Mrs Johnston was taken to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary but later died of her injuries.

Any witnesses to the collision are being asked to contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team on 01924 293047.

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