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Sky News
06-03-2025
- Sky News
Kendal: Girl who died in sports pitch crash named as family pay tribute
A girl who died after she was hit by a car on a sports pitch has been named as 10-year-old Poppy Atkinson. Paying tribute, Poppy's family said: "Poppy was the focal point of our lives, everything for us revolved around Poppy's love for football. "Poppy touched so many lives, it was easy to see why, her energy, character, spirit and passion for football was infectious and touched huge numbers of people. "Poppy was 100% determined to be a professional footballer. Many who know her, and who know her determination to improve and win, had no doubt she would achieve her goal to one day to play for Manchester United." Officers were called to the incident at Kendal Rugby Club shortly before 5pm on Wednesday. A second child, an eight-year-old girl also from Kendal, was taken to hospital, with injuries said to be not life-threatening. The driver of a black BMW i40, a 40-year-old man from Lancaster, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in police custody. In their statement, Poppy's family added: "Poppy was sister to seven-year-old Edward. Edward worshipped the ground Poppy walked on, he only ever wanted to be like her. Poppy would coach and support Edward with his football, it was so beautiful to see. "The hole in our lives and so many around us that Poppy leaves is enormous, we will never be whole again. This world has lost a spirit like no other, she was a force of nature. She was so special, she was too good for this world." In an earlier statement, Cumbria Police said: "At this time, there is no indication to suggest that this incident was a deliberate act." "Investigative inquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances of this incident and to inform a future coronial process. "A multi-agency response will continue today to support people affected by this incident." Players and coaches from Kendal United Football Club witnessed the "horrific event". In a statement the club 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." 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." MP Tim Farron, whose constituency includes Kendal, said the community was "stunned and in mourning". "This is devastating, utterly heartbreaking news," he said on X. "I'm praying for the children and for their families and friends.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Yahoo
Girl, 10, dies in car collision on sports pitch
Police say the death of a 10-year-old girl struck by a car on a sports pitch in Cumbria is not thought to have been a 'deliberate act'. Emergency services were called to the collision involving a black BMW i4 at Kendal Rugby Club shortly before 5pm on Wednesday. The girl's family, from Kendal, are being supported by specialist officers. An eight-year-old girl, from Kendal, was also hit by the vehicle and was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries that are not life-threatening. A 40-year-old man, from Lancaster, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody. In a statement, Cumbria Constabulary said: 'At this time, there is no indication to suggest that this incident was a deliberate act. 'Investigative inquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances of this incident and to inform a future coronial process. 'A multi-agency response will continue today to support people affected by this incident.' Anyone who directly witnessed the collision should contact police by reporting online at quoting incident number 195 of March 5, or by calling 101. Officers were not stationed at the scene in Shap Road on Thursday but forensic tape covered two panels of metal fencing on the pitch parameter, which appeared to have been flattened from the collision. Tyre marks were also visible on the pitch. Players and coaches from Kendal United Football Club are said to have witnessed the 'horrific event'. A statement from the club 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.' This is devastating, utterly heartbreaking news. I'm praying for the children and for their families and friends. Our community in Kendal is stunned and in mourning. — Tim Farron (@timfarron) March 5, 2025 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.' Tim Farron, the MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, said he has been 'praying' for the children involved. 'This is devastating, utterly heartbreaking news,' he posted on X. 'I'm praying for the children and for their families and friends. 'Our community in Kendal is stunned and in mourning.' Well-wishers left flowers at the scene. A note attached to one bouquet read: 'Sending our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Love Wattsfield Wanderers U9s.' A coach at Kendal United, who did not wish to be named, was among those to lay tributes. He said a number of local football clubs and academies play and train at the site. He said: 'It's just a tragedy, it's absolutely shocking, this shouldn't happen, kids have just come to play a game of football. 'I know a lot of the kids that come here, I know a lot of the coaches. I spoke to one or two last night, they are devastated, absolutely devastated. 'You bring your kids down here to have a game of football and training, that's what you do. You don't expect anything like this to happen. It's obviously a tragic, tragic thing. Horrendous. 'The amount of children who would have been here last night who witnessed it, the trauma they probably will go through, you can't even bear to think what they are going through. Just awful. 'My heart goes out to the coaches, the kids and the families.'
Sky News
06-03-2025
- Sky News
Kendal: 10-year-old girl died in sports pitch crash - as police say no indication it was deliberate
A child who died after she was hit by a car on a sports pitch was a 10-year-old girl, police have said. In a statement, Cumbria Police said: "At this time, there is no indication to suggest that this incident was a deliberate act." A second child, an eight-year-old girl also from Kendal, was taken to hospital, with injuries said to be not life-threatening. The driver of a black BMW i40, a 40-year-old man from Lancaster, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in police custody. Officers were called to the incident at Kendal Rugby Club shortly before 5pm on Wednesday. Players and coaches from Kendal United Football Club witnessed the "horrific event". In a statement the club 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." 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." MP Tim Farron, whose constituency includes Kendal, said the community was "stunned and in mourning". "This is devastating, utterly heartbreaking news," he said on X. "I'm praying for the children and for their families and friends. "Our community in Kendal is stunned and in mourning." Please refresh the page for the fullest version.
