Murder investigation launched after injured Bradford woman dies in hospital

48 year old Donna Smith was taken to hospital on Friday

Hillcrest Drive in Queensbury
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 2nd Sep 2025

Police have launched a murder investigation after a woman who was seriously injured in Bradford last week died in hospital.

48 year old Donna Smith was found by paramedics in the Hillcrest Drive area of Queensbury on Friday (August 29).

Specially trained officers are now supporting her family following her death.

39 year old Kiel Sanderson, of Calderstone Avenue, has already appeared before Bradford Magistrates Court charged with assault, causing serious injury by dangerous driving and perverting the course of justice.

Investigations remain ongoing.

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