A schoolgirl who died after being hit by a van has been named as Lexi McDavid.
The 12-year-old, from Huyton, died after being hit by a white Mercedes van as she got off a bus on Princess Drive on Tuesday, June 7. Emergency services were called to the scene, at around 3.30pm, and Lexi was rushed to Alder Hey Children's hospital where she died a short time later.
Police have confirmed that the driver of the van remained at the scene and is continuing to assist police with enquiries into the incident. They are now appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash, or has information about the incident to contact them.
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Detective sergeant Andy Roper from 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 sciu@merseyside.police.uk 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: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.
