Fifteen-Year-Old Dies Following Road Collision in Eccleshill

Teenage boy succumbs to injuries after being struck by a car; driver arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving.

A 15-year-old boy has died following a road traffic incident involving a black Volkswagen Golf GTI in Eccleshill, a suburb near Bradford.

The collision occurred at approximately 10:45 PM on Friday night, close to a McDonald’s restaurant on Bradford Road.

Emergency services responded promptly, and the boy was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after midnight.

The driver of the vehicle, a 35-year-old man, remained at the scene and was subsequently arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and for a suspected drug-driving offence.

He is currently in police custody as investigations continue.

Detective Inspector Paul Conroy stated that multiple inquiries are ongoing regarding this serious incident, emphasizing the tragic loss of life for a young individual.

Authorities are actively seeking witnesses to the event or anyone who may have observed the black VW Golf or the victim prior to the collision.

Additionally, they are requesting any available CCTV or dashcam footage that might aid in the investigation.

Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact the West Yorkshire Police via the 101 service or visit their website, referencing police log 2225 from April 4.