A former insurance boss has tragically died after his Aston Martin veered off the road and smashed into a tree in West Yorkshire.
‘Devastated’ Family Pay Heartfelt Tribute
David Barral, 63, a father of three and ex-Aviva CEO, was driving a grey Aston Martin DBX SUV on the A58 between Bardsey and Collingham on Tuesday when the vehicle left the road and collided with a tree.
Witnesses can contact West Yorkshire Police online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat or call 101 quoting reference 13250591258.
From Scotland to Yorkshire: The Life of David Barral
Born in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, Mr Barral built a notable career in insurance. He held senior roles at Aviva from 1999 to 2015, then worked as a claim negotiator at Guardian Royal Exchange. He later ran Andrew Yule Insurance for three years.
He lived with his family in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, and leaves behind his wife and three children.
Our thoughts are with David Barral’s family and friends during this heartbreaking time.
