A man in his 20s, who was arrested after a two-year-old boy died in a car park, has been bailed pending further investigations.
Emergency services were called to the junction of Harbour Street and Cromwell Road, Whitstable, at 8.24pm on Saturday, August 16.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, a two-year-old child was confirmed dead at the scene.
His next of kin has been informed.
Floral tributes have been left at the scene of the tragedy, along with an Iggle Piggle teddy from In the Night Garden and a koala bear teddy.
A man also suffered serious injuries following the incident and was taken to hospital.
His condition is not yet known.
Police confirmed a man in his 20s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has now been bailed to return to the police station pending further investigation.
Officers are now appealing for witnesses to come forward.
They are also urging anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to get in touch.
The crash happened close to the Gorrell Tank car park, where people reported seeing a vehicle go through barriers on Saturday evening.
Michael, who only wanted to give his first name, lives opposite the carpark.
Speaking to KentOnline, he said: “I couldn’t see very much out the window and thought, good grief, you know, what the hell was happening?
“The road was, in a matter of minutes, absolutely chock-a-block full of emergency service people doing whatever they were doing.
“It is an unfortunate incident.”
Canterbury MP, Rosie Duffield, said: “I was shocked and very saddened to hear about the horrific incident in Whitstable this weekend, and I cannot begin to imagine what the family of the little boy who lost his life must be going through.
“My thoughts are with them and all caught up in this awful tragedy.
”Thank you to our excellent emergency services and all who were there to help, I hope the Police are able to carry out their investigations swiftly and provide some answers about what happened.
“I would urge anyone who may have been nearby to contact Kent Police in case you may have picked up important evidence on your dashcam, or witnessed something that may turn out to be significant.
The fire service confirmed it sent three fire engines to the crash, while Canterbury City Council – which manages the car park – said its thoughts were with everyone affected.
The site was reopened on Sunday morning, with council staff on hand to offer support.
Witnesses who have not yet spoken to police, should call 01622 798538 or email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk, quoting reference BN/AL/058/25.
Relevant CCTV and dashcam footage can be uploaded via the online portal.
