Two die in Leeds car crash after police pursuit

A tragic incident in Leeds resulted in the deaths of two individuals after their vehicle was struck by a car attempting to evade police. According to West Yorkshire Police, the collision occurred shortly after midnight at 00:44 GMT on Gelderd Road, when a blue BMW 123D did not stop as requested by officers.

The BMW subsequently collided with a white Volkswagen Scirocco. The Volkswagen’s driver, a 22-year-old man from York, was pronounced dead at the scene. His passenger, a 23-year-old woman, also from York, later succumbed to her injuries in hospital.

Authorities have detained all the passengers of the BMW, which included a 39-year-old man from Harrogate, two teenage boys aged 16 and 17, and a 16-year-old girl. They face allegations of causing death by dangerous driving. In addition, the 39-year-old male suspect is being held on suspicion of driving under the influence of cannabis.

West Yorkshire Police have maintained a cordon around the scene on Gelderd Road, where road closures are currently in effect. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and make use of alternate routes as the investigation continues