Support offered to witnesses of Kendal fatal sports pitch collision
One child has died after they were hit by a car at Kendal Rugby Club shortly before 5pm on Wednesday
Leaders from a Kendal sports club have reached out and offered their support to anyone who witnessed a fatal collision on a sports pitch in Cumbria.
One child has died after they were hit by a car at Kendal Rugby Club shortly before 5pm on Wednesday (5 March).
A second child was also injured and was by treated by paramedics.
The driver, a man in his 40s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Players and coaches from Kendal United Football Club, who are thought to have been training at the time, are said to have witnessed the "horrific event".
A statement from Kendal United FC shared on social media said: "This afternoon a tragic event occurred at Kendal Rugby Club.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the affected families at this terribly sad time.
"We know that some Kendal United players and coaches witnessed this horrific event and as a club we would ask anyone affected to contact the committee who will offer support and help, where needed, at this incredibly sad time."
Cumbria Police are treating the collision as an isolated incident and said there was no suggestion it was terror-related.
Officers were not stationed at the scene in Shap Road on Thursday (6 March) but forensic tape covered two panels of metal fencing on the pitch parameter, which appeared to have been flattened from the collision.
A message from Kendal Rugby Club said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm that an incident occurred today at Kendal Rugby Club, resulting in a tragic loss of a child's life.
"Our thoughts are with their family and friends and we kindly ask for privacy for all involved at this difficult time.
"We are co-operating fully with the authorities as they conduct their investigation - the club and all facilities are temporarily closed while this is carried out."