A tragic incident occurred in Bradford city center where a male pedestrian lost his life and two others, including a child, were injured when a car veered onto the pavement and struck them. The accident took place on Market Street on a Sunday afternoon, prompting the swift response of emergency services at approximately 3:22 pm.
Reports indicate that a blue Nissan Qashqai accelerated from a set of traffic lights, mounted the curb, and collided with a 31-year-old man, causing severe head injuries. Additionally, the vehicle hit a 50-year-old man in a wheelchair in the pedestrianized zone. Despite immediate medical attention, the 50-year-old victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The 31-year-old victim is currently hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, while a 13-year-old boy suffered minor wounds during the incident. A 30-year-old man from Bradford was taken into custody on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and other traffic violations. He has been released on police bail as investigations proceed.
Detective Sergeant Nina Roper from West Yorkshire Police emphasized the gravity of the situation, expressing the ongoing investigations surrounding the tragic event resulting in one fatality and another individual sustaining severe harm. Authorities are actively looking into the circumstances leading to the collision, particularly focusing on why the Nissan swerved onto the pavement. Anyone with information or footage related to the incident or the Nissan’s movements before the accident is urged to come forward to aid the investigation by contacting the Major Collision Enquiry Team. Reference to police case number 13260396046 is advised for those providing information.