Man Jailed for Hit-and-Run That Killed 9-Year-Old Boy
A 51-year-old man has been slammed with an eight-year prison sentence for causing the death of a nine-year-old boy in a shocking hit-and-run.
Luke Widdop’s Callous Crime
Luke Widdop pleaded guilty at Bradford Crown Court today to causing death by careless driving while unfit through drugs. The horrific crash happened on September 17, 2021, on Sutton Lane in Sutton-in-Craven. The young victim, George Lewis, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Widdop fled the scene without stopping but later handed himself in at a North Yorkshire police station. He has now been banned from driving for seven years, with an additional four-year extension.
Devastation for George’s Family
“This tragic loss has devastated George’s family. He was simply walking home with his loved ones when his life was cut short,” said Detective Constable Mark Turner of the Major Collision Enquiry Team.
The police have provided strong support to the grieving family throughout the long investigation. Today’s sentencing offers a glimmer of justice and hope for closure after years of heartbreak.
