THE Steve Prescott Bridge will be lit up purple tonight in memory of four-year-old Violet Grace Youens, who died following a hit-and-run on Friday.

Tonight (Monday, March 27), the bridge will turn 'violet' in memory of the brave little girl who died on Saturday night following a short but courageous battle.

Her gran, who was also hit, is still in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

A statement from St Helens Council said: "The thoughts of everyone at St Helens Council are with Violet's family."

Merseyside Police is appealing for anyone with information which could assist with the investigation to contact Merseyside Police on 0151 7776041 or the Crimestoppers line anonymously on 0800 555111.