Schoolgirl, 12, dies after being hit by a van as she got off a bus in Liverpool

08.06.2022 - 15:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk

A 12-year-old schoolgirl who died after being hit by a van has now been named as Lexi McDavid.

She was hit by a white Mercedes van as she got off the bus on Princess Drive on Tuesday, June 7, according to Merseyside police. Emergency services rushed to the scene at around 3.30pm.

Police confirmed that the driver of the van remained at the scene as is continuing to assist police with enquiries into the incident. They are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to contact them as soon as possible, the Liverpool Echo reports.

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Detective Sergeant Andy Roper from the Merseyside police serious collision investigation unit said: "Our thoughts and condolences this morning are very much with the family of Lexi, who has lost her life at a tragically young age, and they are receiving the support of specialist officers.

"An investigation is ongoing and we’d ask that anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on dashcam or other devices and has yet to come forward does so as soon as possible. Your information could be vital to our investigation. Whether you come to us directly or anonymously, through Crimestoppers, all information will be acted upon."

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call Merseyside Police's Matrix Serious Collision Investigation Unit on (0151) 777 5747, email [email protected] or contact @MerPolCC on Twitter quoting reference 22000392385. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: