Man held as two teenage girls die after being hit by car

Two teenage girls have died after being struck down by a car while out jogging.

Hampshire police said the victims, who have not been named, were out running when they were hit by a black Ford Focus in Aldershot at around 7.10pm on Tuesday.

A 24-year-old man, thought to be the driver, has been arrested and remains in police custody.

A Hampshire police spokesman said: "No-one else was hurt and inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of what happened."

Specially trained officers are supporting the girls' families.

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