A 3-year-old girl died after a van crashed into a tram on Mosley Street in Manchester; driver fled.
Police are looking for the van driver who left after the crash. The van hit a tram first before going onto the pavement where the girl was tragically located.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, and two air ambulances arrived to transport the girl to a hospital. Police later confirmed that she died there.
Greater Manchester Police gave an update stating they want to find the driver. Police confirmed that the van struck the tram, which pushed it onto the pavement, and then hit the girl.
The police are now investigating. Mosley Street, Booth Street, and Nicholas Street are closed. The driver ran away, and police are now seeking him.
Assistant Chief Constable Parker expressed condolences, calling it a very sad event. Their investigation continues, but they don’t think there’s more danger.
Police will patrol downtown so that people can talk to officers. Police want to help and assist, asking witnesses to come forward.
A white Mercedes-Benz van was involved. Anyone who saw the driver leave should contact police at 0161 856 4741, mentioning log number 1086.
Ambulance services sent their condolences, expressing their sadness for the girl’s family. They arrived at 9:58 AM, and two ambulances came quickly.