Police have named the seven-year-old girl killed in a farm accident near Twizel at the weekend.
Seven-year-old Katie Jane Lamb fell from a vehicle around midday on Sunday and was subsequently run over.
It is understood her father was driving at the time.
Rural Canterbury Area Commander Inspector Dave Gaskin says the incident was a “tragic accident”.
“Our thoughts are with Katie’s family at this very difficult time, as they come to terms with what has happened.”
The matter has now been referred to the Coroner.
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