A man has been charged over the death of a three-year-old girl who was killed after a tram collided with a van in Manchester.
The girl who died has been named as Louisa ‘Lulu’ Palmisano from Burnley.
Rawal Rehman, 35, of Lambton Road, Manchester, was charged with causing death by dangerous driving, Greater Manchester Police revealed in a statement.
He will appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court later today.
The girl who died has been named as Louisa ‘Lulu’ Palmisano from Burnley
GMP
A white Mercedes-Benz van reportedly collided with a Metrolink tram between Charlotte Street and Nicholas Street at 10am on Saturday.
The girl was hit by the van as it rebounded from the crash. She was rushed to hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.
Police said in a statement today: “The driver of the van fled the scene but officers have today (Monday 24 February) arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in police custody.”
Lulu’s parents paid tribute to her, describing the toddler as “the sweetest, kindest, and most generous little girl” who was “full of creativity and joy”.
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In a statement, they said: “Her absence has left a devastating void in our family – she was our only child, our whole world.”
“We were simply enjoying a happy family day out in Manchester when this unimaginable tragedy struck.
“In an instant, our lives were shattered beyond repair.”
“The pain of losing her is unbearable, and we miss her more than words can ever express.”
The crash occurred on Mosley Street in Manchester city centre GOOGLE MAPSDetective Sergeant Andrew Page, of our Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “The family are being supported by specialist officers and have requested that the public and press respect their privacy at this time.
“We have arrested a suspect and have brought him into custody.”
He added that the investigation was still active, and urged anyone with relevant information to get in touch with police on 0161 856 4741 quoting the log number 1086 of 22/02/25.