Scarlett Rosborough from Larne died following the single-vehicle crash in the High Street area of the town around 11.40am today (Wednesday). A second child has been taken to hospital with injuries.

“Words are little consolation at this time but my deepest and most sincere condolences go out to the family of Scarlett,” said Mr Donnelly.

“To lose a loved one at such a young age is nothing other than an absolute tragedy and I can’t even begin to comprehend the pain they will be experiencing at this time. There is a sense of shock in the local community today following this tragedy.

“My thoughts are also with the other child injured and I hope they make a full recovery. My thanks go to the emergency services who attended the scene of this terrible incident. My heartfelt sympathies also go to them, as this cannot have been an easy situation to deal with.

“I urge anyone who was in the area at the time of this accident to come forward with information and give it to the PSNI.”