Football mad 10-year-old boy tragically killed after being hit by car

A football mad 10-year-old schoolboy who ‘loved life’ was tragically killed after being hit by a car.

Charlie Lowe, 10, was a ‘huge Liverpool fan’ and ‘loved life’, his family have said in a tribute.

Charlie was hit by a Ford Puma in Walton, Liverpool at around 4.30pm on Thursday, April 20th.

Residents ran over to help the young boy as emergency services rushed to the scene. He died in hospital on Friday morning April 21st.

Charlie’s mum said: “Football mad, Charlie was taken away suddenly and we will always miss him. He was a huge LFC fan and knew everything about the team.

“He was also a keen cross country runner. He was exceptionally happy, very smart and very funny. Charlie loved school and loved life and he will be sorely missed by everyone.”

Charlie’s dad added: “There isn’t a word to describe how amazing and loved you are and how missed you will be. The most beautiful boy in the world.

“When you arrived I had to split my heart between you and your brother Daniel, sister Rachael and brother Bobby. I never knew for certain what real love was but I did when my amazing children entered my life.

“I will always cherish the short time I had with you, the hugs and kisses and laughs we had. The days out, you playing football and on Fifa. When I heard the tragic news, I came running to the hospital praying for a miracle.

“Charlie, I miss you mate so much it’s killing me inside as it is for your brothers and sister. All my love Charlie, I hope you rest in peace, Dad.”

The driver of a black Ford Puma stopped at the scene and has been helping police with their inquiries.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to contact them and ask anyone who was driving in the area at the time to check their dashcam footage.

Witnesses to the incident or people who may have any information are asked to call the Matrix Roads Policing Unit on (0151) 777 5747, email:SCIU@merseyside.police.uk, or DM @MerPolCC on Twitter quoting reference 23000333448.