Boy killed in hit-and-run crash

The 12-year-old victim of a hit-and-run in Bradford was a "super and capable young lad" whose "future was wide open for him," his headteacher has said.

A statement released by Bradford Academy said the school was "united in grief over the tragic event."

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Detectives are continuing to question two people over the death of a 12-year-old boy who was killed in a hit-and-run incident involving the police.

Bilal Raffey Khizar was on a road crossing on Rooley Lane in Bradford when he was hit by the red Seat Ibiza at around 7pm on Saturday.

The Independent Police Complaints Commission are investigating the incident.

Police have confirmed that the accident which led to the death of a twelve year old ha been referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC).

In a statement on their website West Yorkshire Police said:

The twelve-year old boy who died after a hit and run accident during a police pursuit has been named as Bilal Raffey Khizar.

Two people were arrested overnight as a result of police inquiries, which were said to be at a very early stage.

Detective Superintendent Mark Ridley, who is leading the investigation for West Yorkshire Police, said: "This is a tragedy for the family and they are absolutely devastated. Specially trained officers are currently working with them.

"I am appealing directly to anyone who saw the vehicle being driven or the incident to get in contact.

"I need the community to come forward and tell me what has happened and what they have seen to help bring justice to the family."

Any witnesses are asked to contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said a marked police car stopped a Seat Ibiza in a lay-by on Rooley Lane for a check.

As officers got out of their car to approach the vehicle, it made off at speed along the road before colliding with the boy on a crossing close to the Asda store.

The spokesman said: "He tragically died of his injuries."

The car did not stop but continued to the Chain Bar roundabout on the M606, where it was in collision with two other vehicles.

It was later found on Westfield Lane, in the Wyke area of Bradford.

Two people have been arrested after a 12-year-old boy was killed in a hit and run incident in Bradford last night by a car which had just been stopped by police, the West Yorkshire force said today.