Teenager dies after Baildon car crash
Police investigate fatal collision involving a grey Ford Fiesta and white Suzuki Swift
Last updated 20th Dec 2025
Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a road traffic collision in Bradford that resulted in the death of a teenager.
The Major Collision and Enquiry Team (MCET) is seeking information about the crash, which occurred on West Lane in Baildon in the early hours of this morning, 20th December.
Emergency services were called to the scene at 12.55am after receiving reports that a grey Ford Fiesta had crashed into the garden of a property on West Lane.
Officers found the car with two people inside. A 17-year-old girl sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where she is currently described as being in a serious but stable condition.
The driver, an 18-year-old boy, sadly died at the scene.
Police investigations have revealed that the Ford Fiesta may have been travelling in tandem with a white Suzuki Swift SZ3 shortly before the collision.
Following enquiries, three 18-year-old boys were arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving in connection with the incident. A 40-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and assisting an offender.
All four individuals remain in custody for questioning.
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant information, including footage of the incident or the two cars involved, to come forward.