Three dead after crash on M606 in Bradford

Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a serious collision in Bradford.

Officers were called close to the Chain Bar roundabout at 10.45pm last night (13 June) on the M606 after reports of a crash between a van and a taxi.

Two men aged 28 and 49 in the taxi were pronounced dead at the scene.

An 18-year-old male passenger in the van died in hospital this morning.

Another passenger from the van a 17 year old boy is in hospital with serious but not life threatening injuries.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) are investigating the circumstances after receiving a mandatory referral from West Yorkshire Police.

IOPC Regional Director Thea Walton said: “This was a tragic incident that has resulted in three people losing their lives. Our thoughts are with all those affected.

“We understand this will have caused considerable concern in the community and I would like to reassure people that there will be a thorough, independent investigation to understand exactly what has happened.

“We will be in contact with the families as soon as possible to explain our role and how our inquiries will progress.”