A seven-year-old boy has died after he was hit by a car – as his devastated mother paid tribute to her ‘little superhero’.
Logan Parker was killed in the crash on the A38 Kings Mill Road East in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, on Tuesday.
Emergency services rushed to the scene at 8.26pm but the schoolboy was pronounced dead shortly after they arrived.
Nottinghamshire Police has now launched an investigation and is urging any witnesses to come forward.
Paying tribute to Logan, his mother said in a statement: ‘In memory of a boy who will remain seven forever.
‘Always unconditionally loved and cherished, you will never, ever be forgotten.
‘There are no words other than you are the most beautiful, happy and mischievous special boy – full of love, light and adventure.
‘You will be always part of me and our hearts, my little superhero who loved to play and make us laugh.
‘From your cheeky grin, your giggles, dancing and singing to making figures with your arts and crafts whilst eating your favourite snacks, picnics on the park and sandy beaches, you will forever echo through my soul.
Logan Parker (pictured) was struck by a car on the A38 in Sutton-in-Ashfield at 8.26pm on Tuesday
‘We will miss you so much. Rest my super angel. Your memory will live on forever. This is not goodbye but a ‘see you soon’. Love from mum and family.’
Police said Logan lived in the area and his family are being supported by specially-trained officers.
The driver stopped at the scene and is assisting collision investigators with their inquiries.
Detective Inspector Jamie Moore, of Nottinghamshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: ‘This is a devastating incident and our thoughts are with Logan’s family, friends and loved ones.
‘The circumstances are being investigated and we would ask the privacy of the family is respected at this tragic and difficult time.
‘We’d like to appeal for any witnesses to this incident to please come forward, including anyone with dashcam footage which could help our investigation.
‘If you can help, please call us on 101 quoting incident number 770 of 10 March.’
