Father and son die after being hit by vehicle in Jersey

Dean and Charlie Lowe were taken to hospital for treatment but died from their injuries

A father and son have died after being struck by a vehicle in Jersey.

Dean Lowe, 48, and Charlie Lowe, 11, were walking in the direction of St Clement's Church along Rue de Fauvic in Grouville when they were hit at about 21:30 BST on Saturday, police said.

The person driving did not stop and a damaged white van was later found in St Helier, officers said.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

He was also arrested for allegedly failing to stop and report a crash, States of Jersey Police said.

Rue de Fauvic was closed for 24 hours after the collision

The Lowes were transported to hospital for treatment but later died from their injuries.

The road was closed for 14 hours for an investigation.

Police said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Dean and Charlie and we offer our sincere condolences to them at this very sad time."

Officers said they wanted to speak to anyone in the area who may have doorbell or CCTV camera footage, or who drove in the area and had a dashcam.

They could also contact the Crimestoppers service anonymously, they added.

Extra candles have been put out at St Clement Church to allow islanders to grieve

Rev Canon David Shaw, of St Clement Church, said extra candles had been put out for islanders to grieve.

He said the church was providing a "nice quiet space where people can come and light a candle and remember".

Mr Lowe's employer Acorn Enterprises, which provides employment and training for people who have a disability or long-term health condition, paid tribute to him.

Staff said they were "devastated by the loss of our much-loved and respected colleague and friend", who had worked there since 2006.

The post on Facebook added: "There was no one more dedicated and passionate than Dean about what he did, supporting people who have a disability or long-term health condition into work.

"It often seemed like he knew everyone in Jersey, and certainly anyone who has met him would agree he was full of life and fun."

It continued: "We send our heartfelt love and condolences to Dean's family and friends."

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