A father and son were left devastated after travelling from Belfast to watch Manchester United - only to be turned away from the stadium before kick off.
22.04.2023 - 21:41 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A 10-year-old boy who was killed after being hit by a car in Liverpool on Thursday (April 20) has been named as Charlie Lowe.
Charlie died after being hit by a car on Abingdon Road in the Walton area of the city around 4.30pm. Residents rushed to the aid of Charlie before he was taken to hospital where he tragically died on Friday morning.
His grieving parents have now issued a tribute to their 'football mad' son. His mum said: "Football mad, Charlie was taken away suddenly and we will always miss him.
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"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."
Detective Sergeant Andy Roper from Merseyside Police's Matrix Roads Policing Unit said: "Our sincere condolences go out to the family and we will be supporting them in the coming days and weeks after
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