Dorset, England – A tragic incident has led to the arrest of a woman on suspicion of murder following the death of a nine-year-old boy in a road collision in Dorset, UK. The collision involved a cattle transporter, a van, and a car in which the child was a passenger.
Authorities were alerted to the scene on the A354 Salisbury Road at East Woodyates in north Dorset at 5:21pm on Monday. The boy, hailing from Hampshire, tragically passed away at the scene. A woman in her 30s, also from Hampshire, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and a driving offense. She has been hospitalized with injuries and is currently in police custody.
In response to the incident, officers are urging any witnesses or individuals with dashcam footage of the collision to come forward. The vehicles involved in the collision included a DAF cattle transporter truck and trailer, a white Ford Transit van, and a grey Citroen DS9.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Third, leading the Major Crime Investigation Team, expressed condolences to the loved ones of the young boy and emphasized the importance of determining the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy. He emphasized the significance of seeking any information related to the driving behavior of the vehicles involved prior to the incident.
Extensive investigative work is being conducted to shed light on the sequence of events that led to the collision. The police express gratitude to the public for their cooperation and understanding during the necessary road closure for the detailed scene examination conducted overnight. The community’s support and cooperation in providing any relevant information or footage are crucial in piecing together the sequence of events that led to this heartbreaking incident.
Efforts are underway to ensure a thorough understanding of the incident, and any additional details provided by witnesses or individuals with relevant information will be instrumental in the investigations. Authorities remain committed to seeking justice for the young boy and his family amidst this heartbreaking tragedy in Dorset.