A three-year-old tragically died after a van hit a tram in Manchester. The driver fled the scene; police are investigating.
Emergency crews went to Mosley Street fast and took the little girl to a hospital quickly. Sadly, she died from her injuries there. The van hit her after hitting the tram and jumped onto the sidewalk afterwards.
Cops started an investigation Saturday afternoon. They looked for the van driver right away because he allegedly ran away from the crash site. Police gave an update on the search.
Flowers and messages appeared at the scene. People also posted online in remembrance. One person felt heartbroken for the child’s family and another said the loss at such a young age was very sad.
A police chief sent condolences to the girl’s family first and called it a tragic incident. Officers did their best to help her. The investigation is still happening now, and police are checking many different leads. They don’t think the public is in any more danger.
The police chief thanked people for being patient as the crash caused problems in the city center. Officers helped people there that evening. The police want to hear from witnesses to find the van driver. Call 0161 856 4741 and mention log 1086 of 22/02/25 or share info anonymously with Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.