Boy, 3, dies after being ‘struck by automotive’ in Dublin purchasing centre automotive park tragedy
A three-year-old boy has died in hospital after being struck by a car in the underground car park of Charlestown Shopping Centre in Dublin on Wednesday morning. Gardai are appealing for witnesses to come forward
The tragedy occurred in Charlestown Shopping Centre in Dublin(Image: GoogleMaps)
A three-year-old boy tragically lost his life in hospital after being hit by a car in an underground car park in Dublin.
The youngster was struck by a vehicle in the Charlestown Shopping Centre car park at around 8:40am on Wednesday morning (March 11) in a heart-wrenching incident. He was sadly pronounced dead at Temple Street hospital later this afternoon.
Gardai and emergency services hurried to the scene and the little boy was rushed to Temple Street Children’s Hospital, where his condition was described as critical.
On Wednesday evening, Gardai confirmed the devastating news that the boy had passed away. A family liaison officer has been assigned to his grieving relatives, reports the Irish Mirror.
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Gardai maintained a presence within the underground car park and cordoned off an area where the suspected accident took place.
Garda Forensic Collision Investigators searched the area whilst commuters continued to use the car park, which is situated behind a local Dunnes Stores and near an Odeon cinema complex.
In an updated statement, Gardai said: “Shortly after 8:40am, Gardaí and emergency services responded after a young child was struck by a car in the underground car park of Charlestown Shopping Centre.
“The young boy (3) was transported by ambulance to Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) Temple Street with serious injuries. He was pronounced deceased this afternoon.
“A Family Liaison Officer (FLO) has being appointed to support the family at this time. The scene is preserved and a technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators is being carried out. Investigations are ongoing.”
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the collision to come forward.
Anyone who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were in the Charlestown area this morning between 8:20am and 9:00am are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Finglas Garda Station on 01 666 7500, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
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