Toddler killed in farm accident

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A two-year-old boy has died in a farm accident involving in a lorry in County Tyrone.

Tadhg Sweeney was playing outside his family home at Mullaghslin, Carrickmore, when the accident happened at about 1830 BST on Monday.

The Health and Safety Executive is investigating his death.

Sinn Féin councillor Ann Marie Fitzgerald said she had visited the family and they were deeply shocked by the child's death.

"I visited the family home last night and they are totally devastated. The child was the youngest of four boys and was playing outside when the tragic accident, involving a lorry occurred," she said.

"As a parent and local representative, I wish to extend deepest sympathy with the Sweeney family during this incredibly difficult time."