Teenager dies after being hit by car while waiting at bus stop

A teenager has died after being hit by a car while waiting at a bus stop at the weekend.

Police rushed to West Denton Way, in the West Denton area of Newcastle, after receiving a report of a one-vehicle collision shortly after 4pm on Sunday. According to reports, a grey BMW car collided with a bus stop where a number of people were waiting to catch public transport.

A 19-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene despite the efforts of the emergency services. His next of kin have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers, Northumbria Police said.

Two women who were also stood at the bus stop and injured in the collision were taken to hospital. The force said one of them suffered serious injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening, and remains in hospital, while the other woman sustained non-serious injuries.

An investigation has now been launched and police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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Sergeant Craig Bartle, of Northumbria Police’s Motor Patrols department, said: “Our thoughts are with the family of the young man who has sadly passed away at what must be an extremely difficult time for them. We will offer them all of the support they need as they come to terms with their loss and ask that their privacy is respected.”

Sgt Bartle added: “A full and thorough investigation is underway by officers to ascertain exactly what happened in the moments leading up to the collision. We are keen to hear from any witnesses who were in the area at the time, particularly those who may have dash cam footage from their vehicles which could help with our enquiries. Please get in touch if you have any information, no matter how insignificant you feel it may be, regarding the collision.”

A 24-year-old man and two 21-year-old men have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, and remain in police custody.