M62 crash: Man charged over death of 12-year-old on motorway

A man is due in court over the death of a "beautiful happy" boy who was hit by a car while crossing a motorway.

The mother of Callum Rycroft, from Leeds, has paid tribute following his death on the M62 near Cleckheaton at 21:50 BST on Saturday.Matthew Rycroft, 36, of Leeds, will appear at Leeds Magistrates' Court on Tuesday charged with causing or allowing the death of a child.West Yorkshire Police previously said it believed Callum was trying to make his way from the central reservation to the hard shoulder when he was hit.

The fatal crash happened on the eastbound carriageway after a separate crash on the slip road to Hartshead Moor services.In a statement released by West Yorkshire Police, the boy's mother said: "Callum was a beautiful happy soul who was unique, great fun and larger than life."Callum had a massive impact on everyone who met him. The house is so quiet without him here.

"We are devastated at what has happened and request that people respect our wish for privacy at this difficult time.Another man, 47, from Bolton, who had previously been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, had been released on bail pending further inquiries, West Yorkshire Police said.

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