Wiltshire Police has confirmed a three-year-old girl was killed by a van in Calne today.
Two air ambulance teams were scrambled to the collision involving a pedestrian and a grey Mercedes van in Campion Close shortly after midday today.
The pedestrian, a three-year-old girl, died at the scene. Her family are aware and are being supported by specially-trained family liaison officers.
The road remains closed while police enquiries are ongoing and is likely to remain closed late into the night.
The driver of the van remained at the scene and is helping with the investigation. At this stage, nobody has been arrested.
Insp James Brain, from the Chippenham Area Community Policing Team, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the girl’s family at this incredibly difficult time.
“I ask that their privacy is respected and we will also be working with the local community who would have no doubt been impacted by this.
“We understand that people will want to pay their respects and come together at this difficult time, but can we please ensure this is done safely and to keep in mind the current Government guidelines regarding Covid restrictions and maintain social distancing.
“Our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident is at a very early stage and we won’t be providing any further update at the moment.”
