A quiet village in County Tyrone has been shattered by an unimaginable tragedy after a two-year-old girl died from injuries sustained in a collision with a vehicle.
The incident occurred on the Gorticashel Road in the rural community of Greencastle on Wednesday afternoon. The young child was seriously injured after being struck by a Land Rover Discovery.
Emergency services, including the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service and Air Ambulance NI, rushed to the scene following reports of the collision. Despite their best efforts, the toddler succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead a short time later.
Community Left Reeling
The close-knit community has been left devastated by the sudden loss. Local representatives have expressed their profound shock and sadness, offering condolences to the little girl's grieving family.
Police have confirmed that they are conducting a full investigation into the circumstances that led to the tragic accident. Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene to carry out a thorough forensic examination.
Appeal for Information
Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has any information, including dash-cam footage, to come forward to assist with their inquiries. The road was closed for several hours as officials worked to piece together the events that led to this heartbreaking outcome.
This tragic incident serves as a devastating reminder of road safety vulnerabilities, particularly in residential areas where young children are present.
