Tragedy Strikes: Young Boy Fatally Hit by Car in Huddersfield
In a heartbreaking incident, a seven-year-old boy lost his life after being struck by a BMW car on a street in Huddersfield. Emergency services rushed to the scene on a Wednesday evening following reports of the accident.
The young boy was quickly taken to the hospital with severe injuries, but despite efforts to save him, he tragically passed away shortly afterward. The driver of the black BMW, a man in his 30s, was promptly arrested on suspicion of causing the boy’s death due to careless driving.
As authorities delve into the details surrounding this heartbreaking incident, the driver remains in custody. West Yorkshire Police released a statement appealing for witnesses to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The collision occurred at around 6 pm on Wednesday, August 30th, on Longfield Avenue in Golcar. The vehicle involved was a black BMW X4, which collided with the young pedestrian. The police have urged anyone who witnessed the accident or has information about the events leading up to it to get in touch.
If you have relevant information, you can contact the police by dialing 101 or using the live chat feature on the West Yorkshire Police website. Remember to provide reference to log number 1378 from August 30th. Additionally, if you possess any footage that might aid in the investigation, the authorities are requesting you to share it with their team.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and caution while driving, particularly in areas frequented by pedestrians, especially young children.