Four-year-old girl dies after being struck by vehicle in northeast Edmonton

A four-year-old girl has died after being struck by a vehicle in northeast Edmonton, according to the Edmonton Police Service.

Police said the child was walking through a parking lot with her mother on Sunday evening when she broke free and ran onto a nearby street. Investigators say she was then struck by a Jeep driven by a 23-year-old man.

Bystanders immediately provided assistance and the girl was transported to hospital. Police said she later died from her injuries.

According to the Edmonton Police Service, investigators do not believe speed or impaired driving were factors in the collision. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

The Edmonton Police Service's Major Collision Investigations Section is continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police also said support services are being offered to those affected.