A 3 year old girl died after a tram and van crashed in Manchester. The van driver fled and is being saught
Police are looking for the van’s driver. The driver ran away after the crash. Witnesses heard a loud crash and saw the damaged van. One shop worker knew a girl was hurt, but she didn’t realize the girl had died.
Another shopkeeper said the tram hit the van, sending it onto the pavement where it hit the little girl. People feel heartbroken for the parents.
The van might have pulled out from a side road. The tram may have hit it, as it was going to Manchester Airport. The girl was hit after the van bounced off the tram. Police are still investigating.
Detectives are at the crash site while the tram, which was en route from Victoria to the airport, remains stationary. Roads closed, and public transport stopped, causing major travel problems.
Police haven’t arrested anyone yet. The police and ambulances arrived quickly and tried to save her life. The police are calling it an isolated incident, saying there’s no wider risk.
A police spokesperson said it’s a tragic event, and officers are trying to find the driver. A witness heard the crash too and checked CCTV, which showed the tram hitting the side of the van.
Emergency services sent ambulances and air support. The ambulance service expressed their sadness. People feel that the road is dangerous, noting that there is just a stop sign.
Tributes are pouring in online, with people sharing very sad messages. Mosley Street is still closed. Manchester City Council sent support to the family, saying everyone is shocked by this.