A MAN is due to appear before magistrates after being charged following an incident in which a boy, 12, was killed on the M62.

Matthew Rycroft, 36, of Nowell View, Leeds, will appear before Leeds Magistrates Court on Tuesday, August 8, charged with causing/allowing the death of a child.

He was also charged with failing to provide a specimen.

West Yorkshire Police has formally named the victim as Callum Rycroft, 12, from Leeds.

Callum’s mother paid a tribute to her son who "brought light, laughter and noise into any room".

In a statement, she said: “Callum was a beautiful happy soul who was unique, great fun and larger than life. He brought light, laughter and noise into any room.

“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. We are very grateful for the support and kind comments we have received.”

Police said enquiries are continuing into the collision, in which a Toyota C-HR car is believed to have struck Callum.

The collision took place on the eastbound carriageway of the M62, between junctions 25 and 26 at around 9.50pm on Saturday, August 5.

A man, 47, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving earlier on Monday (August 7). He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.