Child dead, struck by vehicle near London’s Lambeth neighbourhood

Incident details

A seven-year-old child is dead after being struck by a vehicle near London’s Lambeth neighbourhood.

• London police say the incident took place near the intersection of Longwoods Road and Murray Road just before 4 p.m. ET on Dec. 16.
• The child, who was reportedly getting off a school bus at the time of the crash, was rushed to hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately, they later succumbed to their injuries.
• The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with police.
• Longwoods Road was temporarily closed between Colonel Talbot Road and Kilborne Road.

Investigation updates

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. It’s unclear if charges are pending.

Anyone with information on the incident, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact London police.

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Legal resources

Tragic incidents like this highlight the importance of understanding your rights in the event that you’re injured during a pedestrian or motor vehicle collision in Ontario.

For those seeking more information and legal guidance, the dedicated London car accident lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP are here to support you.

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