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Toddler dies in driveway accident in Ipswich, west of Brisbane

A toddler has been killed after being run over by a car in a driveway at a residence in Ipswich, west of Brisbane, police say.

Police said the incident happened in Aramac Street at Brassall just after 4:00pm.

Senior Sergeant Steve Riznyk said the 18-month-old died of injuries at the scene.

“At this stage the investigation is very early — but I can confirm officers from the forensic crash unit and child protection unit are here on scene conducting their investigations,” he said.

Police said a report would be prepared for the coroner.

Photo: The 18-month-old died at the scene. (ABC News)