Witney: Tribute To Crash Victim

3 July 2014, 06:47 | Updated: 3 July 2014, 06:49

The family of a teenage girl who died after being hit by a car on her way to school in Witney have paid tribute to her.

14-year-old Liberty Baker was on Curbridge Road on Monday morning when she, and three others, were hit.

She was taken to hospital by air ambulance but was pronounced dead.

Two other 14-year-old girls and a man were treated for less serious injuries.

The following tribute has been released by Thames Valley Police on behalf of the family of Liberty Baker:

"We are devastated and heartbroken that our beautiful daughter and Sister has been so cruelly taken from us.

"Liberty was such a kind and caring girl and her glowing smile lit up our lives.

"We thank everyone for their support and kind words during this devastating time and we appeal to anyone who saw this tragedy unfold, to contact the Police on 101."

An 18-year-old man, arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, has been released on bail.

Anyone with information about this incident should contact Sgt Phil Hanham or PC Sandra Terry via the 24-hour Enquiry Line on 101.