Leeds driver arrested after A38 crash in which baby died bailed by police
Four people from Leeds, including a baby, have died.
A driver who was arrested over a crash in which a baby girl from Leeds died has been released on bail.
The tragic incident happened on the A38 in Derby around 11pm on Saturday (July 25). A red Hyundai is reported to have left the road and crashed into trees resulting in a stretch of the road between the A50 Toyota Island and the A516 being closed.
Two women, aged 18 and 30, along with a 36-year-old man, were declared dead at the scene, Derbyshire Police have said.
A baby girl was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead a short while later.
The driver – a 33-year-old man – was taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries where he remains today (July 27). He was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been bailed.
All those involved are from Leeds, the police force has said.
A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police added: “The relatives of those involved are aware and are receiving support from specialist officers. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“We are continuing to appeal for anyone who witnessed the crash to come forward. Officers are also keen to hear from anyone who has any dash cam footage which may have captured the incident.”