A “GENTLE” schoolboy who was hit and killed by a car outside McDonald's has been pictured – as a man has been arrested for “drug driving”.
Christopher Dobson, 15, was struck at around 10.45pmonBradfordRoad in Eccleshill, Bradford, on Friday.
He was rushed to hospital with “very serious injuries” but tragically died at 12am on Sunday.
The driver of the blackVWGolfwas a 35-year-old man who has been arrested on suspicion of offences including death by dangerousand a suspected drug driving offence.
Today, his family paid tribute to the “gentle giant” who they said was “loved by all who knew him”.
In a statement they said: “Christopher was a gentle giant, loved by all who knew him, he was the best son, grandson, brother and nephew you could ask for.
“Though Christopher’s life was cut short, the love, kindness, and joy he shared with all who knew him will never be forgotten.
“We would like to thank our friends, family, the local community and emergency services who have shown overwhelming support at this difficult time, we would like to request privacy as we try to come to terms with the loss of our beloved Christopher.”;
