Lorry driver released under investigation after three year old killed at crossing

The little boy was taken to hospital but sadly died. Credit: Lee Dolbear

A lorry driver, arrested after a three year old boy was knocked down and killed at a pedestrian crossing in Wareham, has been released under investigation.

Police were called to North Street at 8.43 on Thursday morning after the youngster was struck by a Sainsbury's articulated lorry.

He was rushed to hospital in Dorchester but died a short time later.

A 43-year-old man from Basingstoke was arrested on suspicion of driving offences and has been released under investigation as police enquiries continue.

Dorset Police has appealed for drivers in the area at the time, particularly those with dashcam footage, to get in touch.

It said the family had "requested privacy at this very traumatic time."

Sainsbury's chief executive Mike Coupe said the company would "do everything we can" to support them.