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12 January, 2025

Mayor David Skaith and Deputy, Jo Coles, pay tribute to police officer who was one of two people killed in tragic collision

PC Rosie Prior
Mayor of York and North Yorkshire David Skaith and Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing Fire and Crime, pay tribute to police officer who was one of two people killed in tragic collision on the A19 at Bagby near Thirsk on Saturday 11 January 2025.

They said:

“We are devastated by the news that North Yorkshire Police officer, PC Rosie Prior, and a member of the public, Ryan Welford, lost their lives on North Yorkshire’s roads yesterday. Our hearts are broken for them and their families. Rosie’s commitment to serving the public, even when off duty, shows she was the very best of us.

“Our thoughts are also with the entire North Yorkshire Police family, who we know will be deeply mourning their colleague. We especially want to thank officers and staff who worked at the scene and everyone supporting those affected by this tragedy.

“This remains a live investigation, with a member of the public still in a serious condition in hospital. We echo the Chief Constable’s request that these families are given privacy to grieve. We will remain in close contact with North Yorkshire Police to offer them any and all support.”

Read the tribute from Chief Constable, Tim Forber: Chief Constable pays tribute to police officer who was one of two people killed in tragic collision on the A19 at Bagby near Thirsk on Saturday (11 January 2025) morning | North Yorkshire Police