Heartbreak as woman killed in Leeds crash following police pursuit is named
The heartbroken family of a 36-year-old woman who died after being hit by a car in Leeds following an authorised police pursuit have paid tribute to their loved one.
Květoslava Horvathova has been named as the pedestrian who was seriously injured in a crash involving a black Vauxhall Corsa on Beckett Street on Thursday (Oct 29).
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 9.52am, but despite being taken to hospital, she later died.
West Yorkshire Police confirmed that a pursuit of the Corsa had been authorised shortly before the crash.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is independently investigating the circumstances surrounding the pursuit.
In a touching tribute released on Wednesday (Nov 11), Květoslava's family said: “Květoslava was a very friendly, wise, helpful, understanding, and happy person. Our entire family will never forget her.”
Harry Gyamsie-Perah, 19, of Coldcotes Garth, Leeds, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without third-party insurance, failing to stop after a road accident and driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.
He appeared at Leeds Magistrates' Court on Saturday (Oct 31), where he was remanded in custody.
He is due to appear at Leeds Crown Court on Friday (Nov 27).
Detectives believe at least two people were inside the Vauxhall Corsa at the time of the crash and are urging anyone who was in the vehicle to come forward.
Officers from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are also continuing to appeal for witnesses and anyone with relevant dashcam footage.
A spokesperson for for West Yorkshire Police said: “Detectives are also continuing to appeal for anyone who witnessed this incident or who has any relevant dashcam footage to make contact.
“Information can be passed to the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team via Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13260615046.”