Tragedy struck when a Land Rover car crashed into a Plymouth Brethren church car park, resulting in the death of a one-year-old baby girl. The incident, which occurred at 7:45 p.m. on Wednesday, took place at the Plymouth Brethren meeting hall in Balmedie, Aberdeenshire.
According to BBC Scotland News, the accident happened following a bible reading session at the hall. Emergency services swiftly responded, transporting the baby to the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. Sadly, despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the hospital.
A police inspector, Scott Dean, said “At this time, our thoughts are with the family of the deceased, along with everyone else affected by this tragic incident. Our investigation into the circumstances remains ongoing and we’d like to thank the wider Balmedie community for their patience and understanding as officers carry out their inquiries in the area.”
Also, the Scotland police said that the 40-year-old man who crashed into the baby girl with his Land Rover car was not injured.
The church appreciated the emergency services, informing them that they were “very professional and compassionate” in their response to the incident.
The church in a statement also said, “We are a very supportive church, and we are giving the family and friends of the people involved in the accident the help they need.”
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