Caitlin-Rose McMullan was killed in a road accident on Wednesday

Caitlin-Rose died following a collision outside Castledawson on Wednesday, March 5th.

The young girl was reportedly struck by a car after she exited a school bus on the Hillhead Road shortly after 4 pm.

The public has been urged not to share footage of the devastating accident on social media.

Inspector Adair said:

“There was a large number of people in the vicinity at the time who may have recorded video footage of the scene.

“I would ask anyone with footage not to share it on social media, but instead forward it to police through the Major Incident Public Portal. This footage will be of great assistance to officers investigating the collision."

Tributes have been paid to the late schoolgirl, with loved ones remembering her as a popular girl and a joy.

Her school, St Pius X College in Magherafelt, led the tributes:

"Caitlin-Rose was a very popular pupil who was always smiling. Her form teachers described her as a joy to teach due to her kind and fun-loving nature.

"She was an outgoing, bubbly, and caring child who will be greatly missed by her fellow pupils and staff alike."

"Over the course of Year 8, Caitlin-Rose earned numerous accolades for excellent effort and outstanding classwork, approaching every assignment with interest and enthusiasm.

"Caitlin Rose’s friends and classmates are heartbroken by her untimely passing."

Her school confirmed that pupils are receiving support from staff and relevant professional services.

We're keeping Caitlin-Rose's loved ones in our thoughts following her harrowing death.