Young child dead after being struck by forklift in Canterbury

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A four-year-old child has died after being struck by a forklift in Canterbury.

Police say the incident took place at a residential property on Robinsons Road in Prebbleton.

Police were notified of the incident at around 1:50pm on Monday. St John and Fire and Emergency were also present.

The child received medical attention but died at the scene.

Police say Worksafe NZ has been advised.

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