A young boy has tragically lost his life after a car crashed into a bottle shop at a bustling Canberra shopping centre on Sunday morning.
Details of the Tragic Collision
The devastating incident occurred at approximately 10.20am on Sunday at the BWS store within the Southlands Shopping Centre in Mawson. Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports that a vehicle had veered off the road and collided with the building.
ACT Policing’s Inspector Nigel Booth confirmed that the four-year-old victim was a pedestrian at the time. The boy was found with severe injuries caused by the impact. Paramedics provided urgent treatment at the scene before transporting him to Canberra Hospital in a critical condition. Sadly, he was declared dead a short time later.
Ongoing Investigation and Appeal
The driver of the vehicle involved was taken to hospital for observation and remains under medical care. Police are now investigating the cause of the crash and will prepare a report for the Coroner.
Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident and has not yet come forward to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
A Community in Mourning
This heartbreaking event marks the second road fatality in the Australian Capital Territory this year. The loss of such a young life has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting an outpouring of grief and highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety.
