Young boy killed after being hit by a car named by police

Malakye Hall, 7, died following a crash on Manchester Road at the junction with St Stephens Road on Tuesday, August 11.

A Black Toyota Auris Estate car was travelling along Manchester round, outbound away from Bradford at the time when it hit Malakye.

Malakye was taken to Bradford Royal Infirmary where sadly he later died as a result of his injuries.

A 29-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

He has since been released under investigation.

Enquiries remain ongoing by the Major Collision Enquiry Team and they are also continuing to support the families of those involved.

Anyone who witnessed either the collision itself or the movements of the vehicle in the time leading up to it, particularly those with relevant dashcam footage, is asked to contact MCET via 101 quoting reference 13200404278.

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Laura Collins