THE man killed in an early hours hit and run on Monday has been named by police as 18-year-old student Oliver Pryde.

Oliver, who was originally from Cumbria, was studying in Huddersfield before his tragic death.

He died after being hit by a car at 12.20am on Monday, July 12, while a pedestrian in Penistone Road, Kirkburton, in Huddersfield.

The vehicle did not stop at the scene and was found by police a short time later, with its two occupants arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

A statement released by police from Oliver's family said: "Oliver will be incredibly missed by family and friends and request privacy at this time.”

Friends have also paid tribute to the student on social media.

His best friend Emma Bell said: "Fourteen whole years of friendship and suddenly you’re just gone.

"I can’t even wrap my head around the fact you’ll never text me random funny videos or photos again.

"Words cannot even start to explain how absolutely heartbroken I am. I’ll live life to the fullest for you. Thank you for being the best friend to me."

Sarah Field added: "The world has lost one of the kindest, cleverest people I have ever known.

"I had the privilege of watching you grow up, you had such a bright future ahead of you. To be taken at 18, in such an awful way, is so cruel."

His old school, Netherall School, said: "Oliver was pursuing his lifelong dream and career ambition, successfully studying mathematics at Huddersfield University.

"Oliver left Netherhall School last summer; he was a superb student, impeccable young man, a joy to be around, loved and respected by all and a great credit to his family, many friends, teachers and fellow students.

"Our deepest sympathies and condolences to all his family and everyone who knew and loved him. He will be forever in our thoughts."

Police have renewed their appeal for information regarding the collision and are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the incident or the circumstances leading up to it to come forward.

Officers are also keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam or other video footage of the incident or circumstances leading up to it, including the Vauxhall Corsa car involved in the collision and the people in it.

Two men in their thirties were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and a number of other offences following the collision, and both have been bailed pending further enquiries.

Anyone who can assist the investigation is asked to call the Major Collision Enquiry Team on 101 quoting log number 0075 of July 12, use the live chat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website, or call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.