Tragic Hit-and-Run Shocks Sandgate: Seven-Year-Old William Brown Killed
A heartbreaking hit-and-run in Sandgate, near Folkestone, has left the community reeling. Seven-year-old William Brown was fatally struck while fetching his football. Just hours after the tragedy, a fundraiser to honour him has surged past £6,000.
What Happened?
- William was hit by a car one evening while retrieving his football.
- A man has been arrested and later bailed in connection with the crash.
Family Launches Fundraiser for William’s Funeral
- William’s mother, Laura Brown, set up a GoFundMe with a target of over £10,000 to give her son “the send-off he truly deserves.”
- By 2:30 pm the same day, nearly £5,000 had already been donated.
Family and Community Speak Out
- Mrs Brown thanked supporters and urged everyone to spread William’s story and kindness.
- William’s father requested his son be laid to rest at the peaceful Church of St Mary & St Eanswythe in Folkestone.
- The fundraiser attracted almost 200 donors, including two generous £1,000 contributions.
- William’s dad made a touching plea for information from his son’s bedroom—highlighting their grief.
Ongoing Police Investigation
- Police are probing a fatal collision involving two vehicles linked to the incident.
- A suspect faces charges including causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on bail.
Tributes Pour In Across Sandgate
- Floral tributes now line William’s home on Sandgate Esplanade.
- St Mary & St Eanswythe Church opened a condolence book and invites locals to light candles in William’s memory.
Community Mourns a “Gentle” Young Life Cut Short
- The Brown family has been overwhelmed by community support in this time of grief.
- William is remembered as a “wonderful child,” full of life and loved by all.
