Tragedy as toddler, 2, is killed in horror hit-and-run after stolen Porsche crashed into car – with manhunt for driver
A TWO-year-old boy has been killed in a horror hit-and-run after a stolen Porsche crashed into a car.
Cops are desperately hunting for the sports car driver after they smashed into a Toyota carrying four adults and the tragic tot.
The fatal crash happened on Dartmouth Road, Smethwick, West Mids., shortly before 11pm on Saturday.
Everyone, including the young boy, was rushed to hospital following the collision.
Despite medics’ best efforts, the two-year-old could not be saved and was sadly pronounced dead.
A woman, 29, and a 30-year-old man remain in hospital in a serious condition.
Another man and woman, both 30, are both said to be stable.
West Midlands Police say the driver of a grey Porsche Cayenne fled the scene.
The car is said to have been stolen earlier in December.
Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of the little boy at this extremely difficult time.
“I would urge the driver of the Porsche to do the right thing and come and talk to us.”
Tributes have poured in for the youngster.
One woman said: “How tragic. My heart goes out to the poor family who lost their little one. Just heartbreaking.”
Another added: “That little boy has a family, presents for Christmas, a bedroom.
“I feel so sorry for the family and hope the person responsible does the right thing and hands themself in.”
Anyone with information can contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on email at SCIU@westmidlands.police.uk.
Or, call 101 quoting log 4421 14 December.