A schoolgirl who was tragically killed after being hit by a car in Smethwick has been named by police. Jannatul Bakya was with her father heading to prayers at a local mosque when she was struck by a vehicle at around 10.50pm while crossing Oldbury Road.
Tragically the six-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Jannatul’s family have released a photo of her and a moving tribute. The tribute, issued on behalf of her father reads: “Jannatul, my youngest daughter, was always happy and cheerful. She always bought a smile to everybody's face.
“She will be greatly missed. I would ask that my family be given space to be able to grieve in private.”
DC Damian Gibson from West Midlands Police’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “We are investigating the circumstances leading to this tragic event.
"I’m appealing for anyone who saw the collision, or who may have CCTV or dash-cam footage, to get in touch.
“The family are receiving support from family liaison officers and, our thoughts are them at this very sad time.”
West Midlands Police arrested a man (27) and a 26-year-old woman – living in Smethwick and Bearwood respectively – shortly after the collision.
They have been questioned on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and have been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
