North Yorkshire Police pays tribute to Rosie Prior after death of A19

As reported by the Press, York-based responding police officer PC Rosie Prior, 45, stopped on the A19 to help a motorist after the collision on Saturday morning (January 11). Ta. Shortly after the stop, Ryan Welford, 41, of Prior PCR and Knaresborough, who was off-duty at the time, was struck and killed by the truck.

A teenage boy was also taken to hospital in critical but stable condition in the incident near Bagby, near Shirsk.

Speaking in a statement outside Fulford Road Police Station on Sunday (January 12), Chief Constable Tim Forver said: “Rosie epitomizes the best of British policing.”

PC Rosie Prior (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

At 10am today (Monday 13th January) North Yorkshire Police held a service at Memory PC Prior at Police Headquarters in Northallerton.

North Yorkshire Police's Chief Constable Tim Forver and Chaplain Philip Rogerson gave their remarks before a minute's silence was observed. The force said its thoughts “remain in Rosie's family”.

Thirsk and Malton councilor Kevin Hollinrake said in a statement he was “absolutely shocked” to learn of the incident.

He added: “My thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to the families, friends and colleagues of those who tragically lost their lives.''

Chief Constable Tim Forver and Police Chaplain Philip Rogerson spoke at the ceremony (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

“This devastating incident highlights the dangers faced by first responders working to keep us safe. A stark reminder of the sacrifices made'' by those who protect our communities.

“I would also like to express my sympathies to all those affected by this tragic event, including the witnesses and emergency workers, who are struggling with what they witnessed and what they had to deal with. There may be.

“I urge voters and the public to work with the relevant authorities to understand how this tragedy occurred and consider what steps can be taken to prevent incidents like this in the future. I want to guarantee it.”

Police continue to investigate the incident surrounding the incident (Image: North Yorkshire Police)

PC Prior's family said she was a “loving mother, wife, daughter, sister and aunt” who would “be sorely missed”.

The road reopened around 7:20pm on Saturday after two cars and a truck were recovered and debris removed.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the collision and motorists with dashcam footage of the incident to come forward.

The driver of the truck, a 65-year-old man from Berwick upon Tweed, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He was investigated and released.