A five-year-old boy from Walsall has died after being hit by a bin lorry on West Bromwich Road on Sunday 17 July.
Scene of incident on West Bromwich Road – Google images
The boy was reported to be riding his Spider-Man bike near the West Bromwich Road junction with The Broadway when the incident happened.
He was pronounced dead shortly after and The Broadway was closed for investigations.
West Midlands police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.
Walsall Council issued the following statement:
“Our deepest condolences to the family of the young boy that sadly died in the road traffic accident that took place on West Bromwich Road yesterday, July 17.
“The council can confirm the vehicle involved was a private vehicle and not engaged in any council work.
“As with all serious road traffic accidents our Highways and Transport team will work with WM Police and follow up on any reports and concerns as part of our future road safety programme planning.”
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