Please attribute to Waikato Road Policing Manager Inspector Freda Grace:
Police can now release the name of the child who died as a result of an incident in Te Kauwhata on 26th December 2016 at approximately 11.40am.
She is 2-year-old Tyler Te Ruru Ahurei Davis of Te Kauwhata.
The matter is being investigated by the Serious Crash Unit, but initial indications are that Tyler was struck by a vehicle reversing from a driveway.
This is a terrible tragedy for the family and Police urge all drivers to check, check and check again that the way is clear before reversing.
Police wish to extend their sympathies to Tyler’s family and friends.
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre