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Two killed as car fleeing police crashes into Volkswagen in UK; 4 arrested

Two killed as car fleeing police crashes into Volkswagen in UK; 4 arrested

Two people have died after a car that failed to stop for police collided with another vehicle in Leeds, West Yorkshire Police said.The crash happened at 12.44am GMT on Sunday on Gelderd Road, when a blue BMW 123D failed to stop for officers before hitting a white Volkswagen Scirocco.The Volkswagen's driver, a 22-year-old man, died at the scene, while his passenger, a 23-year-old woman, died later in hospital. Both victims were from York, BBC reported.Four people travelling in the BMW have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. They include a 39-year-old man from Harrogate, two boys aged 16 and 17, and a 16-year-old girl.Police said the 39-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of driving while over the prescribed limit for cannabis. The three teenagers were taken to hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.West Yorkshire Police confirmed that the incident had been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), which will carry out an independent investigation.A police cordon and road closure remain in place on Gelderd Road, with officers directing motorists away from the area. Drivers have been advised to use alternative routes.Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed the vehicles before or during the collision, or who may have relevant dashcam or other footage, to come forward with information.You use AI every…

In brief

Two people have died after a car that failed to stop for police collided with another vehicle in Leeds, West Yorkshire Police said.The crash happened at 12.44am GMT on Sunday on Gelderd Road, when a blue BMW 123D failed to stop for officers before hitting a white Volkswagen Scirocco.The Volkswagen's driver, a 22-year-old man, died at the scene, while his passenger, a 23-year-old woman, died later in hospital.

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