Teenager killed in New Years Eve collision in Sandwell named
14-year-old Olivia Kolek died near Rowley Regis railway station
A teenage girl killed in a New Year’s Eve road collision has been named by police as Olivia Kolek.
The 14-year-old was on Station Road, near Rowley Regis railway station, at around 4.45pm on 31 December when she was struck by a grey Mercedes.
Paramedics attended the scene but there was nothing could be done to save her, and she was pronounced dead shortly after.
The driver, a 39-year-old man, stopped and was arrested on suspicion of causing death by driving while under the influence of drugs.
He has since been released under investigation while we await forensic test results and carry our further enquiries.
Officers are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.
Olivia’s family have released this tribute:
“Our love, our heart, our life. We will love you forever and longer.
“She had a lot of plans for so many things to do. She was the brightest star in our life.
“We ask that our privacy is respected at this time.”