Child 'hit by tram' in Fleetwood

A child has suffered "head injuries" after being struck by a tram in Fleetwood.
Watch more of our videos on Shots! 
and live on Freeview channel 276
Visit Shots! now

The collision occurred near the Heathfield Road tram stop shortly before 3.10pm today (June 18).

The child, a 12-year-old boy, suffered "head injuries" but police said they are not believed to be life-threatening.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Eyewitness said an ambulance attended the scene and tram services were temporarily suspended.

A spokesman for Blackpool Transport said: "Due to an incident on our tramway, our trams have been delayed.

"Trams are returning to their normal service and will take to catch up to their normal timetable.

"Apologies for any inconvenience."

North West Ambulance Service has been approached for comment.

A child was hit by a tram near the Heathfield Road tram stop. (Credit: Google)A child was hit by a tram near the Heathfield Road tram stop. (Credit: Google)
A child was hit by a tram near the Heathfield Road tram stop. (Credit: Google)
Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting log number 0870 of June 18, 2021.

Thanks for reading. If you value what we do and are able to support us, a digital subscription is just £1 for your first month. Try us today by clicking HERE.

Comment Guidelines

National World encourages reader discussion on our stories. User feedback, insights and back-and-forth exchanges add a rich layer of context to reporting. Please review our Community Guidelines before commenting.