A tragic incident occurred over the weekend as a six-year-old boy lost his life in a car accident in Ellesmere Port. The incident took place on Anchor Drive when the child was struck by a black Infiniti FX30D around 11:40 am on Sunday, April 19. The boy was rushed to the hospital along with family members, where he was met by police and paramedics near Whitby Sports and Social Club. Despite medical efforts at the Countess of Chester Hospital, the boy succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have informed the boy’s next of kin and are providing them with support through specialized officers. Following the incident, a 48-year-old local man was taken into custody on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, drug driving, and driving without a proper license. He has been released on bail pending further investigations.
Detective Sergeant Iain Condliffe from the Cheshire Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit expressed the gravity of the situation and the commitment to uncovering the details of the tragedy. The police are urging any witnesses to come forward, especially those who saw the initial collision on Anchor Drive or have video footage of the incident. Additionally, individuals present during the child’s treatment near Whitby Sports and Social Club are encouraged to provide any information they have.
Anyone with relevant information or footage related to the crash is urged to contact Cheshire Police by calling 101 or visiting www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us and quoting reference IML 2311765.