In April 2016 a inquest heard that Patrick McDonough was cycling at 34mph on Buttertubs Pass when he fell from his bicycle, potentially in an attempt to avoid something such as a sheep. He suffered serious head injuries, despite wearing a helmet, from which passed away in hospital the following day.
Fatal incident 4 October 2015 Buttertubs Pass, Hawes, North Yorkshire
Last updated 20 October 2016
Casualties
Patrick McDonough, 59 (fatality)
Time of incident
11:35am, 4 October 2015
Vehicles involved
Pedal cycle
Incident factors
None known