The principal of the Melbourne school where one child was killed and four others injured when a car crashed through a fence on Tuesday afternoon has described the accident as a “complete tragedy”. A car ploughed through the fence of Auburn South Primary School in Hawthorn East at about 2.50pm, striking a group of children sitting at a table.
An 11-year-old boy, whose first name is Jack, suffered critical injuries and died while being transported to hospital, while two 11-year-old girls, one 10-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy remain in hospital in stable conditions. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today School principal Marcus Wicher addressed the media on Wednesday morning and called the incident a “complete tragedy”. “Our thoughts and heartfelt sympathies are with Jack’s family and friends and our thoughts are also with the four students that remain in hospital and, of course, their beautiful families.
“The response from our local community has been overwhelming, I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone.” “Together we will get through this — our focus is now on supporting our school community, our children, families and staff.” He thanked the parents and staff who provided aid and assistance in the aftermath of the accident.
“Their courage and care can only be described as remarkable,” he said. Parents and children were seen visiting the school on Wednesday morning, laying bouquets near a fence. The 40-year-old driver had just collect.
