In a heart-wrenching incident that unfolded at The Study Preparatory School in Wimbledon, a car crashed into the school building, resulting in the death of an eight-year-old girl. The incident has left the community in shock, with a major incident declared and numerous people, including children, sustaining serious injuries.
Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, where 16 patients were treated by medical teams. Among them, 10 individuals were taken to the hospital for further medical care. Tragically, the eight-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries, marking a devastating loss.
The driver of the vehicle believed to be a woman in her 40s, stopped at the scene following the crash. She has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving as investigations into the circumstances of the incident continue.
[data-ps-embed-type=slideshow] > iframe {position: absolute;top: 0;left: 0;} _psEmbed(“https:///uknip.photoshelter.com”);Wimbledon MP Stephen Hammond expressed deep concern, acknowledging that several individuals involved in the crash are currently fighting for their lives. The conditions of those injured have been described as critical, underscoring the gravity of the situation. The thoughts and prayers of the community are with the affected families during this immensely difficult time.
The private girls‘ school, attended by students aged four to eleven, saw the tragic incident occur in one of its buildings specifically dedicated to girls between four and eight years old. As news of the incident spread, the fire brigade, two fire rescue units, and an air ambulance swiftly arrived at the scene to provide assistance.
[data-ps-embed-type=slideshow] > iframe {position: absolute;top: 0;left: 0;} _psEmbed(“https:///uknip.photoshelter.com”);Metropolitan Police have confirmed that the incident is not being treated as terror-related, providing some reassurance to the community.
The Study Preparatory School released a statement expressing their profound shock and devastation over the tragic accident. They extended their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and conveyed their support to the injured victims and their families during this profoundly difficult time. The school’s focus remains on the welfare of its students, providing necessary support, and respecting the privacy of the school community.
