Police condemn 'hurtful' rumours spread over child deaths in Cambridge
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Waikato Police have asked people to stop sharing untrue theories and rumours following the death of two children in Cambridge last weekend.
A 14-year-old girl died after a
house fire
on Brennan Place, Cambridge on Saturday night.
On Sunday, 10-year-old Jimmy Schick
died in an all-terrain vehicle crash
on French Pass Road outside of Cambridge.
Three others were seriously injured in the accident.
Waikato Police said it was conducting investigations into both incidents on behalf of the Coroner who would make findings based on the facts.
It asked that people refrain from publicly sharing "theories" and "rumours" that are not based on fact.
"We have been made aware of some of these theories that are far removed from the facts. It is both unhelpful and hurtful to the grieving families."
Sergeant Greg Foster of Cambridge Police said the deaths were tragedies.
"Over the two incidents emergency services from our local Cambridge volunteer fire brigade, ambulance, Westpac Rescue Helicopter and local Cambridge Police attended. I am extremely proud of the urgency, professionalism and care shown by everyone in the most difficult of situations. Their actions have undoubtedly saved lives."
Foster said the families have expressed their gratitude for the efforts of all that were involved.
The Schick family have started a
Give a Little page
to raise money for emergency services that responded to the crash.
"Rod, Oli & Jack who were rescued at the scene would love to personally distribute all funds to the amazing emergency services, Cambridge Fire Brigade, Hato Hone St John Ambulance and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Trust who were truly amazing in our time of need. A huge thanks also to our local Police who were fantastic," the family said.
The family said they have been overwhelmed and extremely grateful for the outpouring of love and support shown at this extremely difficult time.
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