A nine-year-old boy has died after a crash on a road near Salisbury.

Dorset Police were called to the A354 Salisbury Road on Monday, March 25, at 5.21pm, to reports of a crash at East Woodyates.

It involved a grey Citroen DS9, a white Ford Transit van and a DAF cattle transporter truck and trailer.

The passenger of the Citroen – a nine-year-old boy from Hampshire – died at the scene, police have confirmed. His family has been informed.

A Hampshire woman in her 30s, the driver of the Citroen, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and a driving offence.

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She was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries and remains in police custody.

Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward following a fatal road traffic collision in North Dorset.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil Third, of the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the loved ones of the young boy during this very difficult time.

“A number of initial lines of enquiry have been carried out and detectives are now undertaking an investigation to establish the full circumstances of what happened.

“I would ask any witnesses who have not already spoken to police, or anyone who may have captured relevant dashcam footage, to please come forward.

“Also, I am keen to speak to anyone who may have seen the manner of driving of any of the vehicles involved prior to the incident.

“A detailed scene examination was carried out overnight and I would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding during the road closure.”

Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward following a fatal road traffic collision in North Dorset.