A family is grieving the loss of a four-year-old girl who died after being hit by a car in Gotham, Nottinghamshire. Olive Farrow was fatally injured in the collision, which occurred around 2 p.m. last Sunday. She was just weeks away from beginning primary school, where she was set to join her older brother.
Emergency services and Nottinghamshire Police responded to the scene. Olive was transported to a local hospital, where she later passed away. A 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has since been released on bail.
In a tribute released by police on Friday, Olive's family described her as a "cheeky, funny and sassy little girl." They noted her vibrant personality, her love for singing and dancing, and her creative spirit, evidenced by the colorful paintings she would create. The family stated that Olive was inseparable from her two brothers, Teddy and Sonny, whom she adored.
Family members expressed their devastation at the loss, stating, "No words can express the loss and pain felt across the family and all that knew Olive, we are utterly devastated to think we can no longer hold her in our arms." They also extended their gratitude to the community for their support, messages, and flowers laid on Nottingham Road.
A vigil for Olive was organized for friends, family, and the local community at St. Lawrence's Church in Gotham. The family requested that the media not attend.
Sergeant Paul Clark of Nottinghamshire Police acknowledged the tragic nature of the incident and extended condolences to Olive's loved ones. He stated that the circumstances of her death are under investigation and urged the public not to speculate on social media. The police also requested that the family's privacy be respected as they mourn.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact Nottinghamshire Police, quoting incident reference 424 of July 12.