Appeal for witnesses after 11-year-old dies in crash in Middlewich
The collision involved a black Fiesta ST and a pedal cyclist
Cheshire Police have launched an investigation, after an 11-year-old boy has died in a crash in Middlewich.
The force were called to reports of the collision near to the junction with Tetton Lane on Monday (28 April).
The collision involved a black Fiesta ST and a pedal cyclist.
The cyclist, an 11-year-old boy, suffered serious injuries.
He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His family are currently being supported by specialist officers.
Enquiries remain ongoing and as part of the investigation the occupants of the Fiesta have been arrested in relation to the incident.
Sergeant Simon Degg, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:
“This is an incredibly sad incident in which a young boy has lost his life. Our thoughts remain with his family and friends at this difficult time.
“We would like to appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident and hasn’t already spoken to police to get in touch with us.
“The same goes for anyone who may have any footage, including dashcam footage, which could aid our enquiries."