Lorry driver arrested as child dies in collision
A 48-year-old lorry driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a fatal collision with a child in Chipping Ongar, Essex. Police are currently investigating the incident and have issued an appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns and the legal consequences of fatal traffic accidents involving heavy goods vehicles.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, The incident happened in Chipping Ongar at about 16:40 BST on Friday
Police have appealed for witnesses after a boy who was struck by a lorry died in hospital.
The collision happened in Epping Road, Chipping Ongar, Essex, at about 16:40 BST on Friday.
Officers arrested the lorry's 48-year-old driver, from Derbyshire, at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He was released on bail until September while an investigation continued.
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