Halifax crash: Teenager killed, another fighting for life. Know about incident

A driver died and five passengers were seriously injured when a white Seat Ibiza hit a wall near Halifax. The 19-year-old driver was declared dead at the scene and an 18-year-old passenger was admitted into hospital. He remains critical. Four other passengers received serious injuries, but these were not life-threatening. Immediately after the incident, West Yorkshire Police was called to Brow Lane in Shelf.

West Yorkshire Police appeals

The police said in a statement, "Officers are appealing for anyone who was driving in the area or lives in the vicinity of Halifax Road and Brow Lane to check their dashcam or CCTV for any relevant footage that could assist with the investigation."

West Yorkshire Police begins probe

West Yorkshire Police said that the white Seat Ibiza was traveling on Brow Lane towards Low Bentley when it hit the wall. The police have closed the road and officers from the major collision inquiry team are investigating the crash. The police have appealed for anyone who was driving or lives in the area to check their dashcam or CCTV for any relevant footage that could assist with the investigation.

They are also keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the white Seat Ibiza on Halifax Road or been driven in the area before the crash.

West Yorkshire Police has asked the general people to contact the Major Collision Enquiry Team via the 101LiveChat function on the website or by calling 101 quoting reference 13230584662.

FAQs:

Where has the incident of car crash happened?
A white Seat Ibiza was traveling on Brow Lane towards Low Bentley when it hit the wall in Halifax, killing its driver and injuring four passengers.

What did the police do after the crash?
The police have closed the road and officers from the major collision inquiry team are investigating the crash. The police have appealed for anyone who was driving or lives in the area to check their dashcam or CCTV for any relevant footage that could assist with the investigation.