A three-year-old girl who died in a crash involving a tram and a van in Manchester has been named, as tributes start to pour in.

       Greater Manchester Police said Louisa (Lulu) Palmisano, aged three, from Burnley, sadly died following the collision in Manchester city centre at around 10am on Saturday February 22.

       In a statement on Monday, the force said the van collided with the tram, which forced the van onto the pavement, where it collided with a pedestrian.

       Lulu was taken to hospital and sadly died as a result of her injuries.

       The driver of the van fled the scene, but officers have today arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in police custody.

       Lulu's parents said in a statement: "Louisa (Lulu) was the sweetest, kindest, and most generous little girl.

       "She was full of creativity and joy, and she absolutely loved going to nursery every day.

       "Her absence has left a devastating void in our family - she was our only child, our whole world.

       "We were simply enjoying a happy family day out in Manchester when this unimaginable tragedy struck. In an instant, our lives were shattered beyond repair.

       "The pain of losing her is unbearable, and we miss her more than words can ever express."

       Detective Sergeant Andrew Page, from the Greater Manchester Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “The family are being supported by specialist officers and have requested that the public and press respect their privacy at this time.

       “We have arrested a suspect and have brought him into custody.

       “This is still an active investigation, and we are looking for anyone who has any information regarding the case to come forward to get in touch with us. Please contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting the log number 1086 of 22/02/25."