Mohamed Mohamed, three, named as Northolt crash victim

Mohamed Mohamed died from head injuries sustained in the crash

A three-year-old boy who died after being hit by a recovery vehicle in west London has been named by police.

Mohamed Mohamed was hit by the van at about 12:20 BST on Monday in Northolt. He was taken to hospital but later died from his injuries.

A post mortem examination recorded the cause of death as a head injury, the Metropolitan Police said.

An inquest was opened and adjourned at West London Coroner's Court, the forced added.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the police.