Man in wheelchair dies after being hit by SUV as two others injured
A man has died and two other people have been seriously injured following an incident in Bradford city centre on Sunday (Jul 12).
West Yorkshire Police said a man has been arrested after a Nissan Qashqai mounted the kerb in Market Street at around 3.20pm and hit a number of pedestrians.
The blue Qashqai was moving away from traffic lights when it mounted the kerb, hitting a 31-year-old man who was left with serious head injuries. He is being treated in hospital, and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, police said.
The vehicle also hit a 50-year-old man in a wheelchair, who died at the scene, and a 13-year-old boy who was left with minor injuries.
The driver of the the Qashqai - a 30-year-old man from Bradford - was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and other traffic offences.
He was interviewed and has now been released on police bail pending continuing enquiries.
Detective Sergeant Nina Roper of the Major Collision Enquiry Team, said: “Multiple enquiries remain ongoing into this very serious incident which has sadly resulted in a man losing his life, and another man suffering serious injuries.
“We are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision, including why the Nissan mounted the kerb, and would like to speak to anyone who saw or has footage of what happened or of the Nissan beforehand.
“Anyone who can assist our enquiries is asked to contact MCET on 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat.
“Those getting in touch should reference police reference number 13260396046.”