A FIVE-YEAR-OLD boy has died after his Spider-Man bike collided with a lorry in the West Midlands, it’s reported.
The tot was fatally injured in a horror crash in Walsall this morning.
A little boy has died in a tragic crash in Walsall, West Mids[/caption]
He is understood to have been riding his Spider-Man bike when he was fatally hurt[/caption]
The tragedy happened at a pedestrian crossing in West Bromwich Road.
Specially-trained forensics officers were seen inspecting the little one’s bicycle this afternoon.
They also took photographs of the large HGV, which is believed to have been carrying food waste.
Two men at the scene told Birmingham Live they’re supporting the lad’s family after the tragedy.
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One local told the paper: “I heard sirens earlier today.
“It’s so sad what has happened, that poor boy.”
Another said: “I’ve heard that a young lad has died.
“It’s just so very sad.”
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The road was cordoned off for most of the day, with motorists told to avoid the area.
It has recently reopened.
Sun Online has contacted West Mids Police for information.
Forensics officers were called to the road this afternoon[/caption]
