Two-year-old Lily MacCluskey dies after being hit outside home by neighbour's 4x4
THE parents of Lily MacCluskey have paid tribute to their 'shining light' after the two-year-old died after being hit by a neighbour's 4x4 yesterday.
The toddler was hit by the vehicle just outside of her parents home in Portlethen, Aberdeenshire after 4pm.
The child was rushed to hospital following the tragic accident but later died from her injuries.
We are devastated at the loss of Lily at such a young age but she will live on in our hearts forever
In a statement parents Elaine Guthrie and Gary MacCluskey said: "We are devastated at the loss of Lily at such a young age but she will live on in our hearts forever as she was, as we are sure every child is to their parents, our shining light.
"Night, night baby. We will always love you and will never forget you, love mama and dada."
Members of the local community have been leaving flowers and soft toys outside the home of the family.
The parents thanked people for lending their support, and said they were grateful to everyone who tried to save their daughter.