A 12-year-old girl has died after being hit by a double decker bus in Kilwinning, Ayrshire. Emergency services were called to Lauchlan Way at around 1.10pm today following reports of a collision involving the schoolgirl.
It is understood the youngster was struck during the school lunch break. Paramedics attended but she could not be saved and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family have now been informed, Police Scotland said.
Investigation underway
A cordon was put in place and an investigation is underway. Police said nobody else was injured in the crash. Sergeant Stewart Taylor said the thoughts of the force are with the family and friends of the schoolgirl, and he appealed for anyone with information to get in touch.
He said: "Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the girl who died at what is an extremely difficult time for them. We would ask that anyone with any information contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 1484 of Tuesday, November 3, 2026."
Police statement and response
A statement from Police Scotland read: "Around 1.10pm, on Tuesday, 3 November, 2026, we received a report of a crash involving a 12-year-old female pedestrian and a bus on Lauchlan Way. Emergency services attended, but the 12-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. Her family is aware. There were no reports of any other injuries and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances."
Lauchlan Way has since reopened following the fatal collision, reports the Daily Record. Kilwinning Councillor Joe Cullinane said: "Clearly, it’s a tragic incident and all of our thoughts are with the family and friends."
Ambulance and council response
A Scottish Ambulance Service spokesperson said it sent two ambulances to the accident as part of the response. They stated: "We received a call at 13:08 to attend an incident on Lauchlan Way, Kilwinning. Two ambulances, two special operations response teams (SORT) and a critical care team were dispatched to the scene."
Meanwhile, a North Ayrshire Council spokesperson said: "We are aware of a serious road accident in Kilwinning, and we are working with Police Scotland." Many people have taken to social media to express their sadness. "This is devastating news, God bless the family," wrote one person, while another stated: "Heart goes out to all those involved." A further comment said: "Heartbreaking. Thoughts and prayers are with the family of the young girl."
