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Boy, 6, hit by SUV and killed in townhouse parking lot in Abbotsford

Abbotsford police say the child died at the scene despite the efforts of witnesses and first responders

A tragic incident occurred at an Abbotsford, B.C. townhouse complex when a child lost their life after being struck by a car. Police responded to the scene around 12:45 p.m. on the 32000 block of Simon Avenue. Despite the swift actions of witnesses and first responders, the child succumbed to their injuries at the location. No further details about the child's age have been released by the authorities.

The driver involved in the collision remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with the investigation. The entrance to the townhouse complex has been closed to vehicular traffic as police continue to collect evidence. Anyone who witnessed the accident or has dashcam footage of the incident is urged to reach out to the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225.

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