Man dies after being hit by car in Hull

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Nov, 01:08 · Archive

Steve Cook, 67, died after being hit by a silver car on Park Street in Hull on 31 October.

Steve Cook, 67, was hit by a silver car on Park Street in Hull at about 17:30 on 31 October. The vehicle was exiting Colonial Street and turning onto Park Street when the collision occurred. He was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries but died in the early hours of the following morning.

A 21-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, failing to stop at the scene, driving while unfit through drugs, driving above the specified limit of a controlled drug, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence, and driving without third party insurance. He was released on conditional bail pending further enquiries.

Cook's family paid tribute to him in a statement, describing him as "a loving husband, devoted dad and proud grandad who brought so much joy to everyone around him". They said he was known for his lively personality and love of socialising. Having recently retired, he enjoyed watching his beloved Hull City, spending time fishing and Northern Soul music. "Steve is loved beyond words and will be missed forever by all who knew him," they said.

How it is being reported

• Tributes paid to 'devoted dad' after fatal crashSteve Cook, 67, was hit by a car on Park Street in Hull on 31 October.BBC Humberside · 14 Nov, 21:45
• Family pay tribute to man, 67, who tragically died after Park Street incident'Steve was a loving husband, devoted dad and proud grandad who brought so much joy to everyone around him'Hull Daily Mail · 14 Nov, 17:31

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