A 16-year-old boy has tragically died after being struck by a car near Bournemouth Airport.
A 16-year-old boy has tragically died after being struck by a car nearThe teenager was hit and killed on Parley Lane, Christchurch shortly before 9.40pm yesterday.
Police and paramedics rushed to his aid but the youngster, from the local area, was pronounced dead at the scene.Officers arrested a man on suspicion of driving offences following the fatal collision between a car and a pedestrian.Inspector Craig Tatton, of the roads policing team, said: ‘Tragically, a young person has lost his life and our thoughts are with his family at this incredibly difficult time.
‘We are conducting a thorough investigation to establish the full circumstances of the incident and I would urge any witnesses to please contact us.‘We are aware that the current road closure has a large impact at the location and I am very grateful for everyone’s patience while it is necessary to stay in place to enable us to gather all required evidence.’
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