A tragic incident occurred in Western Australia where a one-year-old boy lost his life after being struck by a vehicle. The accident took place on Nambi Road in Leonora at approximately 4.15pm. Authorities reported that a silver Holden Captiva was involved in the collision with the young child, who was reportedly walking at the time.
The driver, a 59-year-old woman, was unharmed in the incident, while the boy sustained severe injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Following the crash, police have commenced inquiries, and the driver is currently being questioned regarding the circumstances surrounding the event.
Details are still emerging, and it remains unclear which direction both the child and the vehicle were travelling before the incident occurred. Major crash investigators are actively looking into the case and are urging anyone who may have witnessed the accident or has any relevant information or footage to reach out to Crime Stoppers.
Authorities continue to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the incident.