Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Matt Payton

Two teenage girls hit and killed by car while jogging

Two teenage girls have died after being struck down by a car while jogging in Aldershot, Hampshire.

The victims, who have not been named  were out running when they were hit by a black Ford Focus in Aldershot around 7:10pm on Tuesday, say Hampshire police.

Police have arrested a 24-year-old man, thought to be the driver, who remains in custody.

A spokesman for Hampshire police said: "No-one else was hurt and inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of what happened."

The girls' families are being supported by specially trained officers.

More to follow

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.