A 15-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car outside a McDonald’s in Bradford on Friday night.
The teenager was fatally struck by a black Volkswagen Golf GTI in front of the fast food restaurant on Bradford Road, Eccleshill, at around 10.45pm on April 4.
West Yorkshire Police said the boy was crossing the carriageway when the tragic incident occurred.
He was taken to hospital with ‘very serious injuries’ but, sadly, passed away shortly after 12am today.
The driver, a 35-year old man, was arrested on suspicion of offences including death by dangerous driving and a suspected drug driving offence. He remains in police custody this morning.
Police are now appealing for witnesses and anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage which could help their enquiries.
The teenager was fatally struck by a black Volkswagen Golf GTI in front of the fast food restaurant on Bradford Road, Eccleshill, at around 10.45pm on April 4
Detective Inspector Paul Conroy of the Major Collision and Enquiry Team, said: ‘A number of enquiries remain ongoing into this very serious incident which has resulted in a 15-year-old male tragically losing his life.
‘We are working to support his parents and are appealing for any witnesses to the collision or anyone who saw the black VW Golf or teenager just prior to the collision taking place.
‘We would also like to speak with anyone who has CCTV or dashcam footage which may assist enquiries.
‘Information can be given to MCET via 101 or online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat referencing police log 2225 of 4 April.’
