Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a devastating road traffic collision in Grimsby that resulted in the death of a 13-year-old boy. The tragic incident occurred on Fairmont Road, where a white Seat Ibiza is believed to have collided with a child riding a self-propelled scooter across the road.
Timeline of the Tragic Event
Humberside Police received initial reports of the collision at approximately 6pm on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Emergency services responded immediately to the scene on Fairmont Road in Grimsby. The 13-year-old boy was transported to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries sustained in the crash.
Medical Efforts and Tragic Outcome
Despite intensive medical treatment over four days, the teenager tragically succumbed to his injuries on Friday evening, March 27, 2026. Medical professionals had worked tirelessly to save the young victim, but their efforts ultimately proved unsuccessful.
Police Investigation and Arrests
As part of their ongoing investigation, Humberside Police have made two arrests in connection with the fatal collision. An 18-year-old man has been detained on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Additionally, he faces allegations of attempting to pervert the course of justice.
A second individual, a 41-year-old man, has also been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. Both men have subsequently been released under investigation as police continue their inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Appeal for Witnesses and Evidence
Humberside Police are actively appealing to the public for assistance with their investigation. Officers are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have witnessed the collision on Fairmont Road around 6pm on March 24.
The force is also seeking any available CCTV footage or dashcam recordings from the area at the time of the incident. Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to contact Humberside Police on 101, quoting log number 346 of March 24.
Ongoing Police Investigation
Authorities have confirmed that inquiries remain ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the fatal collision. The investigation aims to establish precise details about how the collision occurred and what factors may have contributed to this tragic loss of life.
Humberside Police released an official statement confirming the basic facts of the case: "A 13-year-old boy has died following a road traffic collision on Fairmont Road in Grimsby on Tuesday, 24 March 2026. At around 6pm, we received reports that a white Seat Ibiza was travelling on Fairmont Road before it is believed to have been in collision with a child riding a self-propelled scooter across the road."
The statement continued: "Emergency services attended, and the 13-year-old boy was taken to hospital for treatment to life threatening injuries. Despite the efforts of medical professionals over the past four days, the teenager sadly died yesterday evening (Friday, 27 March)."
Police emphasized that their investigation continues as they work to piece together the events leading to this tragic incident that has claimed the life of a young teenager in the Grimsby community.
