Four-Month-Old Baby Dies in Horrific Leeds Head-On Crash
A tragic smash on Horsforth Road near Rodley, Leeds, has claimed the life of a four-month-old baby boy. The infant died in hospital on Wednesday, suffering fatal injuries from a head-on collision that rocked the area just days earlier.
Van and Car Collide in Deadly Crash
West Yorkshire Police confirmed the smash happened around 4:55pm on Monday. A northbound Vauxhall Vivaro van collided head-on with a Toyota Auris, leaving devastation in its wake.
More Injuries as Emergency Services Respond
Besides the heartbreaking loss of the baby, two women in the Toyota and a man driving the van were rushed to hospital for treatment. The seriousness of the crash continues to unfold.
Driver Arrested but Released on Bail
The 54-year-old man behind the wheel of the Vivaro was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. He has been released on bail while inquiries continue.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the horror or has information to get in touch urgently. Contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team on 101 or through the West Yorkshire Police website’s live chat, quoting reference number 13240081077.
This heartbreaking accident has shaken the community. Authorities are working around the clock to get to the bottom of how this tragic collision unfolded.
