Local people living in the Wear Midlands region in the UK are expressing concerns about the dangerous behavior of young male drivers on the roads. This comes after a tragic incident where a 2-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run involving a stolen Porsche.
The fatal accident took place on Dartmouth Road in Smethwick, West Midlands, as reported by DailyMail. The young child lost his life, while four adults were also injured in the incident. Among the injured are a 29-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man who are said to be in critical condition.
One resident, Russell George, shared his shock at the tragic event, stating, “It’s dreadful what’s happened. When I came back on Saturday night I could see the road was blocked off,” in an interview with The Daily Telegraph.
“It’s really, really sad that it involved a small child.”
West Midlands Police are actively searching for the driver who escaped in a grey Porsche Cayenne,
A police spokesman confirmed that following the crash, 29-year-old woman and a 30-year-old man were in serious condition in the hospital. Another woman, 39, has been released from the hospital, while an additional 30-year-old man continues to receive medical treatment.
During the last 18 months, police made 36 arrests under an interim order against street racing, with 90 percent resulting in convictions. Offenders faced suspended prison sentences and fines reaching up to £2,200.
“There’s a blind spot there, and it’s an accident black spot because of the roundabout,” another resident said.
“From what I understand it was a standard family car going at normal speed which had been hit, rear ended, by this stolen Porsche.”
Meanwhile, West Midlands officers continue to urge the responsible parties to come forward.
“Our officers are offering support to all those involved at this awful time.”
“We continue to urge the driver of a suspected stolen Porsche Cayenne, believed to be involved, to come forward.”
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