Police confirm man’s death after wall collapse in Batley

Police were contacted at 7.29pm by the ambulance service about an incident where a man was trapped in Perseverance Street following a wall collapse.

Officers attended and found that two men had suffered injuries, with both being taken to hospital with serious injuries.

One was pronounced dead later in the evening, although police have confirmed that his death is not being treated as suspicious. A file has been prepared for the Coroner.

The other man’s injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

Police have also stated that “the Health and Safety Executive has been contacted about this matter and enquiries are continuing.”