Toddler dies after driveway accident

Iolo's family said, 'mischievous smile will never be forgotten'

A toddler has died in hospital after he was hit by a car in the driveway of his home.

Iolo Fôn, aged 17 months, died in Alder Hey Hospital, Liverpool, after the accident in Llanrwst, Conwy.

North Wales Police said he died early on Thursday.

He had been airlifted by North Wales Police helicopter on Saturday evening to Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, Bodelwyddan, before being transferred to Alder Hey.

Emergency services were called to the scene just before 1900 BST.

His parents are so grateful to have been given the privilege of experiencing the love he brought. A statement by Iolo Fôn's family

In a statement, his family said: "Iolo Fôn passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on the intensive care unit at Alder Hey Hospital.

"Iolo was the cherished youngest of four boys, and he lived his short life to the fullest.

The driveway where the toddler was hit by a car

"Alwen and Gwyn, his parents, are so grateful to have been given the privilege of experiencing the love that he brought.

"His mischievous smile will never be forgotten by his parents and his brothers Gari, Gruff and Elis.

'Devastated'

"The family are extremely grateful for the love and support they have received from the whole community."

Conwy councillor Eddie Woodward, who represents Llanrwst, said the thoughts of the community were with the family.

He said: "The people of the town have been devastated by the news and over the last few days nobody was talking about anything else and they were very concerned.

"I feel for the family and that message comes from the whole community."

North Wales Police say no one has been arrested in connection with the incident.

They are appealing for anyone with information to contact Pc Mark Lightfoot at the force's central traffic department on 0845 607 1001 or 0845 607 1002.