Boy, 12, dies after being hit by van in Pool, Cornwall

The boy was hit by the van at the junction of Wilson Way and Agar Road in Pool

A 12-year-old boy has died after he was hit by a van in Cornwall, police have said.

A 67-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by driving without due care and attention.

The boy died at the scene of the collision on the Agar Road junction with Wilson Way, Pool, at about 15:35 GMT on Monday, said officers.

The suspect, from Hayle, who was also arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit, remains in custody.

Officers are calling for any witnesses or anyone who has any information or dashcam footage

Devon and Cornwall Police said the boy's family were being supported by specialist family liaison officers.

The road was closed at the scene for an investigation to take place and was reopened at about 01:00 GMT on Tuesday.

Officers are calling for any witnesses or anyone who has any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, to come forward.

A police surgery was held at Morrison's car park on Agar Road between 13:00 and 14:00 GMT for witnesses to speak to officers.

Local officers will also be on patrol at the start and end of the school day in the area for the next few days "to provide added reassurance", said police.