A TEENAGE girl was killed and another injured following a tragic road accident on Bonfire Night in Sutton, St Helens.

An inquest has now been opened into the death of 17 year old Nicola Thompson from Haresfinch who was killed as she and her friend crossed the road at the junction of Robins Lane and Marshalls Cross Road. The two girls were in collision with an oncoming car.

The tragedy took place at 8.25pm on Wednesday, November 5 while the public firework display was taking place in nearby Sherdley Park. Nicola's 16 year old friend was taken to Whiston Hospital and treated for leg injuries.

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