Scooter Rider’s Death on Bypass Followed Collapse, Inquest Hears

An inquest revealed that a scooter rider died from injuries sustained in a collision, which occurred after he became unwell during his journey. Carl Anthony Gawtry, 67, was travelling along the A63 Selby bypass on April 11 when he experienced an illness. He was transported to Castle Hill Hospital for surgical intervention before being transferred to Doncaster Royal Infirmary, where he subsequently died on June 4. Coroner Catherine Cundy recorded a conclusion of death in a road traffic collision, stating he had died as a result of acute chest trauma and pneumonia. Mr. Gawtry, a resident of Carlton, near Goole, had been employed by the water management firm WJ UK for 25 years. The company offered a tribute, stating: “Carl was a valued and well-liked colleague.” “He was friendly and supportive to all staff, young and old, junior and senior and shared his knowledge freely.” “Everyone at WJ who knew and worked with Carl will remember him fondly and we send our condolences to his family and friends.”