Tragedy Strikes as 8-Year-Old Lennix Dies in Scooter Accident
Eight-year-old Lennix Sutcliffe was fatally injured yesterday afternoon on Woodland View. The young boy was riding a low-down scooter when a driver was pulling into a driveway around 4:30pm, leading to the heartbreaking collision.
Lennix sadly died at the scene.
Heartbroken Parents Pay Tribute
His parents, Jackie and Chris, have released a touching tribute to their beloved son:
“Our Lennix was always playing, a one-go-lucky child loved by everyone. He simply loved life and was the light of our small village. He adored Pokémon, especially Charizard. He was playing today, just enjoying every ounce life offered.”
“We, as a family, are coming together to support one another. We ask our community to give us time and space in the days, weeks, and months ahead.”
The family has requested privacy as they try to come to terms with their devastating loss.
Investigation Ongoing – Police Appeal for Witnesses
The Serious Collision Investigation Team is currently probing the incident. They have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
If you can help, call 101 and quote log number 218. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.