Boy, 7, tragically dies in devastating BMW collision with arrest made

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【Summary】A seven-year-old boy named Jack Rooke was killed in a BMW crash in Huddersfield. The driver, a man in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.

FutureCar Staff Aug 31, 2023 5:39 PM PT

Boy, 7, tragically dies in devastating BMW collision with arrest made

A man has been arrested after a tragic incident in Huddersfield, where a seven-year-old boy lost his life in a car crash. The boy, named Jack Rooke, was struck by a black BMW on Longfield Avenue in Golcar. He was immediately taken to the hospital with serious injuries, but unfortunately, he couldn't survive.

The driver of the vehicle, a man in his 30s, was apprehended by the police on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Currently, he is in custody, awaiting further investigation. The West Yorkshire Police have expressed their condolences to Jack's parents and have requested that their privacy be respected during this difficult time.

The authorities are actively seeking any witnesses who may have seen the collision, which occurred around 6pm, or have any information about the events leading up to it. They urge anyone with relevant details to come forward and assist with their ongoing inquiries.