A devastating tragedy strikes as an 8-year-old boy loses his life after being hit by a car in a horrific accident on a peaceful street

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A devastating tragedy strikes as an 8-year-old boy loses his life after being hit by a car in a horrific accident on a peaceful street
A devastating tragedy strikes as an 8-year-old boy loses his life after being hit by a car in a horrific accident on a peaceful street

A boy has died after he was hit by a car on a quiet cul-de-sac.

Cops are questioning a man after the eight-year-old was killed in the horror smash in Woodland View, Dilton Marsh at 4.30pm on Saturday.

A police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision in Dilton Marsh, in which a child was fatally wounded.

"Officers responded to reports of a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Woodland View at around 4:30pm yesterday afternoon.

"Sadly, an 8 year old boy died at the scene.

"His next of kin are aware and our thoughts are with them at this extremely difficult time.

"A man in his 30s is being interviewed, as is usual in these circumstances.

"Any witnesses to the collision or anyone who may have dash cam are asked to contact the serious collision investigation team on 01225 694597 quoting log number 218 of yesterday’s date (13/04)."

Elizabeth Baker

Accidents, Dilton Marsh, Children

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