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Sebastian McCormick

'Outgoing and caring' mum-of-five dies in tragic Leeds city centre crash

A mum-of-five tragically killed in a crash in Leeds city centre has been named and pictured for the first time.

Kellie Mazza, 46, was hit by a silver Volkswagen Golf at the junction of Wade Street and Merrion Street in the centre of Leeds. The crash happened at 10.30pm on April 15.

Kellie was rushed to hospital, but tragically died as a result of her injuries. Kellie had five-children and her family have described her as "outgoing, friendly and caring".

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A 19-year-old man has now been arrested on the suspicion of dangerous driving. West Yorkshire Police said: "A 19-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in relation to the incident remains on police bail pending continuing enquiries.

"Officers from the Major Collision Enquiry Team are continuing to appeal for anyone who witnessed this collision to come forward, or who saw the events leading up to it. Anyone who may have footage that will assist the investigation is also asked to get in touch with the team.

"The Major Collision Enquiry Team can be contacted by calling 101, or using the 101LiveChat on the West Yorkshire Police website. The log reference is 1946 of 15 April."

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