Cold Case Crackdown: Police Scotland Reopen 1989 Dundee Crash That Killed Young Danny Leech
New hope has emerged in the tragic case of seven-year-old Danny Leech, who was fatally hit by an HGV on Arbroath Road, Dundee, back in September 1989. Decades on, Police Scotland are digging deep after fresh information surfaced from Danny’s family.
New Leads Spark Major Review
In June 2024, Danny’s family handed over crucial new details, pushing police to launch a full-scale review of the fatal crash. Roads policing officers have already revisited the crash site and conducted a reconstruction in a bid to crack the case wide open.
Inspector Roy McCarney, lead investigator, urged: “We are thoroughly reviewing the new information provided by the Leech family. We have gone back to witnesses who gave statements before and now ask anyone who saw the crash or remembers any detail, no matter how small, to come forward.”
Family Plea: Justice and Closure Needed
The Leech family made a heartfelt appeal to anyone with info:
“This appeal is on behalf of the Leech family, hoping someone, after all these years, will provide any information, no matter how trivial. This could help authorities finally conclude their investigation, bringing justice for Danny and closure for us.”
Decades of Pain and Determination
Inspector McCarney acknowledged the long-lasting impact on the family:
“We fully appreciate the devastating effect Danny’s death has had over the past 35 years. We understand the family’s need for answers and are in regular contact to keep them updated throughout the review.”
How You Can Help
Anyone who witnessed the crash or holds any scrap of information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101. This renewed appeal aims to uncover any missed clues and finally bring peace to the Leech family after all these years.
