Police Seek Dashcam Videos from Accident Scene Where 6-Year-Old Boy Died

Norwegian police are appealing to the public for dashcam footage as they investigate the tragic death of a six-year-old boy in a hit-and-run incident in the municipality of Time. No surveillance cameras were present at the accident site, prompting authorities to ask drivers who may have recorded the area to come forward.

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We are therefore asking individuals who may have recorded with a dashboard camera, or who have information in the case, to contact the police.

The accident occurred shortly after 3 p.m. on Wednesday when the boy, who was on a bicycle, was struck by a car in a residential area. He was transported to Stavanger University Hospital but was unfortunately declared dead shortly thereafter. The driver of the car has been charged, and their driver's license, vehicle, and mobile phone have been seized. While there is no suspicion of intoxication, a blood sample has been taken for analysis.

Investigators have interviewed the driver and several witnesses, and conducted a neighborhood canvass. Police attorney Christine Nessa stated that the case is in its early stages, and they are working to clarify the sequence of events. Details about how the accident occurred cannot yet be provided.

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The case is still in an early phase, and we are now working to clarify the sequence of events. At present, we cannot say anything more specific about how the accident happened.

The incident has cast a somber mood over the small community. Flowers and candles have been placed at the roadside where the accident happened. A crisis team has been strengthened to support those affected, and a local school opened its doors Wednesday evening for people to talk. The Frøyland and Orstad church will also be open for people to light candles, gather, and speak with someone, with toys and drawing materials available for children.

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There is a somber mood. This is a small community, and very many are affected. The whole village knows someone who has been involved, or is close to those involved. This makes it extra heavy.