Whitstable crash update

A two year old boy dies after a car park crash in Whitstable as a man in his 20s is arrested at the scene.

Whitstable car park crash leaves toddler dead and man in custody

Emergency services were called to the Gorrell Tank car park at the junction of Harbour Street and Cromwell Road in Whitstable on Saturday night around 8.24pm. The crash involved a car and multiple pedestrians. Fire crews attended with three engines. Paramedics treated a two year old child for serious injuries along with a man and a woman. The child died at the scene and the next of kin have been informed. A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in custody while inquiries continue.

Witnesses and CCTV and dashcam footage are being sought as detectives piece together what happened. The force asks anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam video to come forward. The investigation is ongoing and there is no detail yet on charges. The incident has raised questions about car park safety and how spaces near busy streets are managed.

Tragic events in a public space show how quickly a crowded car park can turn dangerous. The case raises questions about speed, awareness, and the design of spaces where vehicles and pedestrians mix. The arrest signals that investigators will look at driver conduct and possible reckless behavior. The community will watch for how local officials respond with safety measures such as lighting and signage. In the end, the outcome rests on clear evidence and accountable steps.

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As investigations unfold, the town will watch for steps to prevent a similar tragedy.