Tonawanda, N.Y. (WBEN) - A 6-year-old girl was struck and killed while crossing the street Monday evening in the Town of Tonawanda.
Police say the girl, identified as Carmella Lopez, was struck by a Ford Transit Connect Van on Canterbury Lane and taken to Kenmore Mercy, where she was declared deceased.
The driver of the van was identified as 84-year-old Charles Voit of the Town of Tonawanda. Police add he is cooperating with the investigation.
Anyone with more information that would aid the investigation is asked to contact the Town of Tonawanda Police Department at (716)-879-6614 or the confidential tip line.
A GoFundMe page has been established by Be a Blessing Buffalo on behalf of the mother, Joleen Calato, that will directly help to support the family with funeral arrangements and other expenses.
