A FOUR-year-old boy who was killed in a car crash involving two pickup trucks has been pictures.
Peter Maughan, affectionately known as Peter Rabbit, died in hospital, while his dad, 24, remains there fighting for his life.
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His one-year-old baby sister also received minor injuries from the incident.
Heartbreaking tributes have been pouring in for the young boy who has been described by family as “golden”.
One grieving friend wrote: “Rest in peace Peter Rabbit please everyone keep them in your prayers it’s a cruel world.”
While another called the incident “the saddest thing I’ve heard”.
A third added: “Keep her and her husband in prayer and her beautiful little baby boy may you watch over her and him I can’t imagine what she’s going through.”
Cops were called to reports of a collision involving two grey Ford Rangers on New Barn Road, Dartford, at around 9.30pm on 1 June.
Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident.
All three victims, who were from the same vehicle, were taken to hospital.
from Swanley in connection with the incident yesterday.
Both remain in custody.
Anyone with information on the crash, including CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact Kent Police’s Major Crime Unit via the Major Incident Public Portal or call the Major Crime Appeal Line on 01622 652006.
Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555111.
A Kent police spokesperson said: “Detectives investigating a collision in which a child has died and two people were injured have made two arrests.
“Kent Police was called just before 9.30pm on Sunday 1 June 2025 to reports of a collision involving two vehicles on New Barn Road, #Dartford.
“Three people from the same vehicle were taken to hospital. A four year old boy died at the hospital and a 24 year old man remains in hospital in a critical condition. A one year old girl received minor injuries.
“On Monday 2 June 2025, officers arrested two men in connection with the incident, a 27 year old from Darenth and a 53 year old from Swanley.
“They remain in custody while enquiries continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the collision.
“Detectives would also like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the collision involving two grey Ford Rangers.
“Anyone with information which may assist the investigation, including CCTV or dashcam footage, is urged to contact the Major Crime Unit via the Major Incident Public Portal.
“Alternatively call the Major Crime Appeal Line on 01622 652006 to leave contact details.
“You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.”
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