No criminal proceedings after one-year-old's death in Balmedie church car park
Ivy Mae Ross was taken to hospital after being struck by a car but died a short time later.
Last updated 7th Jan 2025
No criminal proceedings will be taken following the death of a one-year-old girl who was struck by a car in a Balmedie church car park.
Ivy Mae Ross was taken to hospital after being hit by a Land Rover in Plymouth Brethren Christian Church car park on 15 May 2024.
She died a short time later.
Police said the 40-year-old driver of the vehicle was uninjured.
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has now confirmed no criminal proceedings will be taken.
A spokesperson said: "The Procurator Fiscal received a report in connection with the death of a 17-month-old in Aberdeen on 15 May 2024.
“Following a full investigation and careful consideration of the available evidence by the Procurator Fiscal, Crown Counsel concluded that there should be no criminal proceedings in respect of the driver involved in this tragic incident.
“We have explained this decision to the family.”
At the time of incident, Ivy Mae's family said: “Our beautiful daughter Ivy Mae passed away following a tragic accident after our regular church gathering in Balmedie. We are absolutely devastated and ask that our privacy is respected at this challenging time.
“We value all the prayers and messages of sympathy and support we have received from the local community.
“The emergency services tireless work and support is greatly appreciated.”
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