A 13-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car while riding his scooter in Grimsby. According to multiple reports, the incident occurred on Fairmont Road at around 6pm on Tuesday when a white Seat Ibiza collided with the teenager who was crossing the road.
Key Takeaways
A 13-year-old boy died after being hit by a car while riding his scooter in Grimsby. Two men were arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and attempting to pervert the course of justice.
- A 13-year-old boy was struck by a white Seat Ibiza on Fairmont Road at around 6pm on Tuesday
- The teenager died from his injuries on Friday evening after being taken to hospital
- An 18-year-old man was arrested for causing serious injury by dangerous driving and attempting to pervert the course of justice
- A 41-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, both released under investigation
- Humberside Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam/CCTV footage
The boy was taken to hospital but sadly passed away on Friday evening. Humberside Police reported that an 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and attempting to pervert the course of justice. A 41-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, though both have since been released under investigation.
The force is appealing for any witnesses or people with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward as they seek to determine the full circumstances of the incident. According to BBC, officers are trying to piece together what happened and have asked anyone with information to contact them.
The collision has left the community in shock, with a growing memorial at the site of the crash. The family of the boy has requested privacy during this difficult time. Humberside Police continue their investigation into the incident.
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