A four-year-old girl is fighting for her life after being struck by a car in Glasgow. The accident occurred on Tantallon Road in the Shawlands area around 9:00 AM, involving a BMW X1. Emergency services quickly arrived, and the child was rushed to the Royal Hospital for Children, where she remains in critical condition.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
Investigators are piecing together the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officers are urging anyone who may have seen what happened to come forward.
Sgt Ally Wright emphasized the importance of eyewitness accounts. “We are keen to speak to any drivers who were in the area at the time and may have dashcam footage which has captured something of significance,” he said.
Scene Response and Road Closures
Emergency responders acted swiftly. Paramedics stabilized the young girl before transporting her to the hospital, and police secured the crash site for an initial investigation.
- The road was temporarily closed to allow officers to gather evidence.
- Traffic in the area was disrupted for a short time but has since returned to normal.
- Residents expressed shock, with some describing Tantallon Road as a busy stretch with regular pedestrian activity.
Community Reaction and Concerns Over Safety
Local parents and community members have raised concerns about pedestrian safety, especially for young children. Some residents have highlighted the need for better traffic calming measures in the area.
“It’s absolutely heartbreaking. We all walk our kids to school, and this is every parent’s worst nightmare,” said one mother who lives nearby.
Another resident added, “There have been near misses before. Maybe it’s time to rethink speed limits and crossings on roads like this.”
The Girl’s Condition and Medical Response
Doctors at the Royal Hospital for Children are providing intensive care, with updates on her condition expected soon.
A spokesperson for the hospital stated, “Our team is doing everything possible to provide the best treatment and support for the child and her family during this critical time.”
Police continue their inquiries and urge anyone with information to contact them immediately.
