Boy, 6, dies after being hit by car as man arrested on suspicion of drug driving

Boy, 6, dies after being hit by car as man arrested on suspicion of drug drivingCheshire Police were called to Anchor Drive at around 11.40am on Sunday, April 19 following reports a child had been hit by a black Infiniti FX30DNewsMegan Banner and Georgia Diebelius Content Editor10:33, 20 Apr 2026View ImageCheshire Police were called to Anchor Drive in Ellesmere Port at around 11.40am on Sunday(Image: Google Maps)A six-year-old boy has died after he was hit by a car on the weekend.Police were called to Anchor Drive in Ellesmere Port at around 11.40am on Sunday, April 19 following reports a child had been hit by a black Infiniti FX30D.The boy was taken to hospital with family members, where they were met by police and paramedics near to Whitby Sports and Social Club. He was then transported to the Countess of Chester Hospital. He later died in hospital as a result of his injuries.His next of kin are aware and are being supported by specialist officers, Liverpool Echo reports.A 48-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of causing a death by dangerous driving, drug driving, and driving otherwise in accordance with a licence. He has since been released on bail.Detective Sergeant Iain Condliffe, of the Cheshire Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “This was a tragic incident in which a young child lost his life, and we are committed to doing all we can to establish exactly what took place.“As part of our investigation, we’re keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the initial collision on Anchor Drive, or anyone with any video footage or the incident.“I’d also like to hear from anyone who was present when the child was later treated near to Whitby Sports and Social Club.”Article continues belowAnyone with any information or footage in relation to the crash is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101 or at www.cheshire.police.uk/tell-us quoting IML 2311765.