Driver arrested after man, 77, dies in crash

Merseyside Police arrested the driver following the crash in Walton

A driver has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving causing death and drug driving after a 77-year-old man died after being hit by a car.

Emergency services were called to Abingdon Road in Walton, Merseyside, at about 13:25 GMT on Friday to reports that a man had been struck by a silver Audi A3.

The victim, Daniel Cairney, 77, from Walton, was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later, Merseyside Police said.

The driver, a 43-year-old man from Huyton, stopped at the scene and was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in custody for questioning.

Det Sgt Andy Roper said: "First and foremost, our condolences are with Mr Cairney's family and friends following this tragic incident."

He asked for anyone who might have witnessed or who might have footage of the incident to contact police.

"I am particularly keen to trace a mother who was pushing a pram and walking with three young children before going into the Asda store," Det Sgt Roper said.

"I believe they have witnessed this distressing incident and will be understandably shaken."