Preston boy, 4, dies after being hit by minibus

Police have appealed for any witnesses to come forward

A four-year-old boy has died after being hit by a minibus while riding his bike.

The child was struck by a Citroen Relay minibus on New Rough Hey, Ingol, Preston, at about 16:30 BST on Tuesday, Lancashire Police said.

The force said the boy was taken to hospital but later pronounced dead.

The force has appealed for any witnesses or anyone with footage of the incident to come forward to assist its investigation.

Sgt Matt Davidson said the boy's family are being supported by officers.

"My thoughts, first and foremost, are with the family and loved ones of the little boy at this incredibly sad and distressing time.

"As we investigate what happened, we are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision or had any information that could assist our investigation to come forward."

He also urged anyone with any dashcam or CCTV footage from the area to get in touch.