Tragedy struck in Vigo when a four-year-old girl lost her life after an accident on a street in the Baixada Castelo area of the Bembrive district. The distressing incident was reported at about 5:45 pm to 112, with witnesses saying a young child suffered heavy bleeding from a head injury. Responders rushed to the scene, including police, medical teams, and local authorities, but the girl did not survive. [Source: Faro de Vigo via Prensa Ibérica]
Authorities later confirmed that the death occurred after the child was struck by a metal object while playing. Relatives and onlookers recounted the moment, and the case has been checked by the National Police in coordination with the emergency services. The scene was secured to provide space for investigators to determine exactly how the incident unfolded. Despite the best efforts of the medical staff, the child entered cardio-respiratory arrest and could not be revived. [Source: Faro de Vigo via Prensa Ibérica]
In addition to the General Directorate of Security, police units and local health teams attended the scene to manage the emergency and preserve evidence for the ongoing inquiry. Medical teams performed life-saving measures, but the interventions could not reverse the outcome. The investigation remains active as officials review all available footage and witness statements to understand how the metal piece came into contact with the child during play. [Source: Faro de Vigo via Prensa Ibérica]