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Manchester tram-van crash victim was 'Sweetest' Burnley girl, 3, | |
(32 minutes later) | |
Louisa "Lulu" Palmisano, three, died when a van struck a tram, causing it to mount the pavement | |
A three-year-old who was killed after a van struck a tram and mounted the pavement has been described by her parents as the "sweetest, kindest, and most generous little girl". | |
Louisa Palmisano, known as Lulu, from Burnley, died after the impact of the collision forced the van off the road in Manchester city centre at about 10:00 GMT on Saturday. | Louisa Palmisano, known as Lulu, from Burnley, died after the impact of the collision forced the van off the road in Manchester city centre at about 10:00 GMT on Saturday. |
"Her absence has left a devastating void in our family," her parents said. "She was our only child, our whole world. We were simply enjoying a happy family day out when this unimaginable tragedy struck." | |
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said a 36-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. | Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said a 36-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. |
Police said they were called to reports of a crash in Manchester city centre at about 10:00 GMT on Saturday | |
Lulu's parents described their daughter as "full of creativity and joy" and said she "absolutely loved going to nursery". | |
They said: "In an instant, our lives were shattered beyond repair. | |
"The pain of losing her is unbearable, and we miss her more than words can ever express." | |
Police said the driver of the van left the scene after the crash near Manchester Art Gallery. | |
The force said a man had been arrested on Monday and remained in custody. | |
Det Sgt Andrew Page said Lulu's family were being supported by specially trained officers and had requested privacy. | |
He said the investigation was still active and urged anyone with any information to get in touch. | |
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