TRIBUTES have flooded in for a “gem” of Bradford who was killed in a crash a week ago today.

Haji Binyamin, who was 57-years-old and from Thornbury, died after a collision on Leeds Old Road last Friday, just outside a row of shops between Thornbury Grove and Thornbury Avenue.

West Yorkshire Police was called to reports of a crash involving a pedestrian and vehicle at 6.42am by Yorkshire Ambulance Service.

Haji was rushed to hospital, but died shortly after.

The 57-year-old was described by local residents as a much-liked gentleman, who was a valuable part of his local community.

The T&A opened a book of condolence last Friday for people to pay tribute to Haji.

Many submitted their memories of the community stalwart, including several family members.

One, from the Yaseen family, said they will never forget their uncle’s smile and voice.

The full tribute said: “Duas for my great beloved Chach. My dad’s only brother has pleased his lord and returned to him whilst in wudhu on his way to prayer and on a blessed Friday.

“What more can a soul ask for. Ya Allah forgive any shortcomings and grant my Chach Jannah Al Firdaus.

“We will never forget your smile or your voice. Allah hu.”

A nephew said his mum’s beloved brother was “everyone’s favourite” and would be missed by his boys.

He added: “He passed away outside my house. I really don’t know how I'll be able to walk past this road every day.

“We are totally broken inside as we have lost a loved one.

“He was such a humble and pious individual, never said anything to anyone.

“Always had a smile on his face and was the first one to go to his prayers.”

Khawar Hussain, another nephew, described Haji as "a gem" of not only the BD3 area, but all over Bradford and the surrounding areas.

He said: "His passing has left a void which will never be filled.

"We have that peace in our hearts that he was a Shaheed (martyr).

"I pray to Allah Almighty that he grants him the highest of ranks in Jannah. Ameen."

Nadeem Ghani knew Haji from a young age and lived just a street away, praying with him at mosque.

He described him as a "one in a million guy", who would never hurt a fly and always gave a smile.

West Yorkshire Police said last week that the driver of the vehicle involved in the crash, a man, had stopped at the scene and was helping officers with their investigation.

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police revealed yesterday that the driver was spoken to by police and then later released under investigation.

Enquiries into the crash are continuing.