A child died and another was hurt when a black BMW i40 was driven onto the pitch at Kendal Rugby Club on Shap Road, Cumbria. This was a terrible accident that has had a big impact on the town of Kendal. The event happened on Wednesday just before 5 p.m., and the police and fire services were called right away.
Paramedics helped the hurt child at the scene of the crash. The driver, a man in his 40s, was arrested and charged with having caused death by dangerous driving. The police have said that there are no signs of terrorism connected to this single event.
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Investigators with specialised training have blocked off the area to do a full investigation, and both children’s families have been told. The Kendal Rugby Club was very sad about what happened and sent their thoughts to the families who were touched. During this hard time, they asked for respect. The buildings of the Kendal Rugby Club were stopped for a short time so that everyone can fully help with the probe that is still going on.
An MP in the area named Tim Farron said the news was terrible and broke his heart. He said that the people of Kendal Rugby Club are shocked and in sadness.
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The North West Ambulance Service sent two ambulances and top doctors to the scene of the sad death of the child. They sent their condolences to the child’s family and friends. Police want people who saw the accident to come forward with any information that could help with the investigation.