A young boy has died after being hit by a car in a seaside town in North Wales.
The tragedy struck in Llanfairfechan, Conwy county, shortly after 5pm yesterday.
The alarm was raised after reports of a crash involving a child and a vehicle, and multiple emergency services rushed to the location.
They found the boy seriously injured, and despite best efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The boy’s family is being supported by specialist officers.
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Now a 39-year-old man has been arrested following the crash.
He is helping officers with enquiries, North Wales Police confirmed.
A stretch of Pentre Uchaf road remains closed today between Pen-Y-Bryn and Bryn Road, and people have been asked to avoid the area.
Detective Inspector Tim Evans said: ‘Our thoughts are with the young boy’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
‘An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing and we are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident, or who may have dashcam footage from the area at the time, to contact us by calling 101, quoting reference O162122.’
Hundreds of people paid tribute to the boy on social media after news of the incident were shared.
One person said: ‘Heartbreaking news. My thoughts are with the little one’s family and friends, as well as the wider school and village community.’
Another one said: ‘Absolutely heartbreaking, such a lovely little boy – sending the family so much love at this devastating time.’
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