Four-year-old boy dies in collision in Newark
A car and an off-road motorbike collided on Sunday evening.
Last updated 31st Aug 2026
A four-year-old boy has died after a collision between an off-road bike and a car in Newark
Nottinghamshire Police say emergency services were called to Churchill Drive at 6pm on Sunday 30 August following reports of a crash.
The boy, who was a passenger on the off-road bike, was declared dead at the scene despite paramedics efforts.
A 24-year-old man, who was riding on the same bike, suffered serious injuries and has been taken to hospital.
He has also been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
The driver of the car remained at the scene and gave an account to police.
Investigations revealed the off-road bike had moments earlier been seen travelling in convoy with a second bike, whose rider left the scene prior to officers' arrival.
Following further inquiries, a 32-year-old man was arrested today (31 August) on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Officers are urging anyone with any other information, or relevant dashcam, mobile phone, CCTV or doorbell camera footage, to contact them.
Detective Inspector Jamie Moore, of Nottinghamshire Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:
"This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the boy's loved ones at this incredibly distressing time.
"They are being supported by specialist family liaison officers and kept informed about the investigation.
"As we learn to understand exactly what happened, I'd urge anyone who can assist with information or footage to contact police without delay."
Anyone who can assist should call 101, quoting incident 449 of 30 August 2026, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.