Police are investigating the death of a toddler who was struck by a car in Rotorua this evening.
The incident occurred shortly after 5.30pm on Turner Drive. It appears at this stage that a woman was leaving an address on Turner Drive and was unaware that the child had followed her out of the house. Her vehicle struck and killed the 16-month-old boy on the footpath. The driver is understood to be a relative of the child but ís not the child's mother.
Police are investigating the incident and support is being provided to the family who are understandably distressed.
There will be no further police comment tonight.
Media enquiries should be referred to Communications Manager Kim Perks on 027 234 8256.