Boy, 4, killed in horror crash after suffering fatal head injuries as cops appeal for witnesses

A FOUR-year-old boy has died from fatal head injuries after he was a passenger in a horror car crash in Warwickshire.

Cops are desperately appealing for witnesses after the tragic smash on A452 Kenilworth Road, Leamington, shortly after 6.10pm, on Friday.

The crash took place on Kenilworth Road in Leamington, Warwickshire

Warwickshire Police said the child died later in hospital, while specially training officers are supporting his devastated family.

The driver, a man in his 40s, suffered minor injuries, the force added.

Warwickshire Police said in a statement: “Were you on Kenilworth Road in Leamington shortly after 6.10pm on Friday (3 December)? Did you witness a collision involving a Honda Jazz?

“The driver – a man in his 40s – suffered minor injuries while a passenger – a four-year-old child – was taken to hospital with head injuries.

“Sadly the child later died and specially trained officers are providing support to his family.

“Enquiries are currently ongoing and police are keen to speak with anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam footage.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident number 361 of December 3.

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