Girl, 11, dies a week after being hit by bin lorry

The crash happened on the A6105 near East Gordon

An 11-year-old girl who was hit by a bin lorry last week has died in hospital.

Elizabeth Bell was struck by the vehicle on the A6105 near East Gordon in the Scottish Borders at 08:05 on 31 January.

She was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children in Edinburgh with critical injuries. She died there on Wednesday.

Police Scotland said inquiries into the incident were continuing and anyone with information should get in touch.

Sgt Dom Doyle said: "Our thoughts are with Elizabeth's family and they have asked for privacy at this very difficult time.

"Inquiries are ongoing and we are asking anyone who has not already spoken to officers and can assist with our investigation to get in touch."

The Earlston Primary School pupil lived in East Gordon.

The bin lorry involved in the crash was operated by Scottish Borders Council.

Council chief executive David Robertson offered his "deepest sympathies and condolences" following the child's death.

"Our thoughts are with her family, friends and neighbours at this time," he added.

"The council is cooperating fully with ongoing investigations into the circumstances of this tragic incident.

"We are providing support to staff involved and support is also in place for pupils and staff at relevant schools."

Earlston Parish Church said it would be open on Thursday afternoon for anyone, including children and parents, who needed "quiet space to reflect and pray".