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STV News
22-05-2025
- STV News
Second Scot arrested in connection with death of teen in Leeds 'hit-and-run'
A second Scottish man has been arrested in connection with a fatal crash in England. Ashton Kitchen-White died after being struck by a red Ford Focus around 10.09pm on Middleton Ring Road near Beeston Park in Leeds on Friday. The car allegedly made off from the scene, leaving the 19-year-old to die at the roadside. Investigators issued an appeal for three men to come forward in connection with the incident. Regan Kemp, aged 26, from St Just, Penzance, and Liam Miller, aged 24, from Polbeth, West Lothian, were arrested after handing themselves in to police in their respective areas. Kemp has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, while Miller remains in custody. West Yorkshire Police Ashton Kitchen-White West Yorkshire Police Both were expected to be returned to West Yorkshire for interview. Macauley Martin, 26, from Livingston, was arrested in connection with the incident following a police appeal and also remains in custody. Ashton's family described the teen as 'one in a million' who was set to begin studying at Leeds University. Their statement read: 'Ashton Kitchen-White was indeed one in a million. Loved by all his family and friends alike, and adored by his brother and two sisters. 'At 19, he was about to embark on his journey to become a doctor at Leeds University. He loved going to the gym and combat sports. 'We cannot express the sheer devastation we all feel. Although his life was cruelly taken from us he will always be remembered for the absolutely beautiful soul that he was. 'The family would like to thank everyone for their support and outpouring of love and ask that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.' Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pintford or crime reference 13250275852 or online via Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111. STV News is now on WhatsApp Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
Edinburgh Live
21-05-2025
- Edinburgh Live
West Lothian man still at large as police probe fatal hit-and-run horror
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Police remain on the hunt for a West Lothian man wanted in connection with the death of a teenager in Yorkshire. West Yorkshire Police issued an appeal for information on Tuesday for help tracing three individuals following the death of Ashton Kitchen-White who was knocked down on Ring Road Beeston Park, Middleton, on Friday, May 16. Following the appeal, two individuals, one of which was also based in West Lothian, handed themselves in to police. They have been arrested in connection with death by dangerous driving. However, 26-year-old Macauley Martin from Livingston remains on the run. Detectives are continuing to appeal for information to help trace Martin and anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact 101 quoting Operation Pintford or crime reference 13250275852. Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 or online via
Scotsman
21-05-2025
- Scotsman
West Lothian man, 26, wanted in connection with fatal hit and run crash in Leeds
A Livingston man is wanted by West Yorkshire Police on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following a fatal crash in Leeds. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... On Friday, May 16, Ashton Kitchen-White, 19, was struck by a red Ford Focus as he was crossing Middleton Ring Road in Leeds. The car failed to stop with police launching a public appeal following the hit and run. Two men, Regan Kemp,26, from Penzance and Liam Miller, 24, from Polbeth, were later arrested after handing themselves in following the police appeal. Both were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and are being returned to West Yorkshire to be interviewed. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad West Yorkshire Police said Macauley Martin, 26, from Livingston in West Lothian 'remains wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving' | West Yorkshire Police But a third man, Macauley Martin, 26, from Livingston is yet to be traced. Detectives from West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team are continuing to appeal for information to help them trace him and Police Scotland believe he may be in the West Lothian area. West Yorkshire Police said Martin 'remains wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving'. A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: 'Anyone with information in relation to Martin's whereabouts is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pintford or crime reference 13250275852 or online via their online portal. 'Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 We are grateful to everyone who assisted in sharing yesterday's appeal and who contacted us with information.'
Edinburgh Reporter
21-05-2025
- Edinburgh Reporter
Two men arrested but one still wanted after fatal crash in Leeds
Following yesterday's public appeal, two men have been arrested over the fail-to-stop collision in Leeds in which 19-year-old Ashton Kitchen-White was killed. Regan Kemp, aged 26, from St Just, Penzance, and Liam Miller, aged 24, from Polbeth, West Lothian, were arrested overnight after handing themselves in to police in their respective areas. Both have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in relation to the collision in Ring Road Beeston Park, Middleton, on Friday, May 16, and are being returned to West Yorkshire to be interviewed. Detectives from West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team are continuing to appeal for information to help them trace 26-year-old Macauley Martin, from Livingston, West Lothian, who remains wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in relation to the incident. Anyone with information in relation to Martin's whereabouts is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pintford or crime reference 13250275852 or online via Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 or online via We are grateful to everyone who assisted in sharing yesterday's appeal and who contacted us with information. Like this: Like Related
STV News
21-05-2025
- STV News
Scot wanted in connection with death of aspiring doctor in hit-and-run
Police are searching for a man from Livingston in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in England. Ashton Kitchen-White was killed after being struck by a red Ford Focus at around 10.09pm on Middleton Ring Road near Beeston Park in Leeds on Friday. The car made off from the scene, leaving the 19-year-old to die at the roadside. Investigators issued an appeal for three men to come forward in connection with the incident. Regan Kemp, aged 26, from St Just, Penzance, and Liam Miller, aged 24, from Polbeth, West Lothian, were arrested overnight after handing themselves in to police in their respective areas. Both were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and are being returned to West Yorkshire to be interviewed. West Yorkshire Police CCTV image of Macauley Martin West Yorkshire Police Livingston man, Macauley Martin, remains at large, the police force has said. The 26-year-old is wanted on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Ashton's family described the teen as 'one in a million' who was set to begin studying at Leeds University. Their statement read: 'Ashton Kitchen-White was indeed one in a million. Loved by all his family and friends alike and adored by his brother and two sisters. 'At 19 he was about to embark on his journey to become a doctor at Leeds University. He loved going to the gym and combat sports. West Yorkshire Police Ashton Kitchen-White West Yorkshire Police 'We cannot express the sheer devastation we all feel. Although his life was cruelly taken from us he will always be remembered for the absolutely beautiful soul that he was. 'The family would like to thank everyone for their support and outpouring of love and ask that their privacy is respected at this difficult time' Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police's Major Collision Enquiry Team via 101 quoting Operation Pintford or crime reference 13250275852 or online via Information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111 Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
