Lorry driver killed in Oswestry freak accident is named
A lorry driver who died in a freak accident as he arrived at a Shropshire Argos store to make a delivery has been named by police.
William Earnest Barker, 68, from Rochdale, died when heavy barriers at the entrance of the Smithfield car park in Oswestry entered his cab, crushing him.
West Mercia Police said an inquest had been opened by Shropshire coroner John Ellery.
The incident, which happened last Tuesday morning, saw shocked pedestrians rush to Mr Barker's aid but they were unable to free him and he died despite the efforts of emergency services.
Police have appealed for witnesses as they attempt to piece together what happened.
Any witnesses to the accident should call Oswestry police station on 101.