A nine-year-old boy has died weeks after being critically injured in a car crash in Birmingham. The boy, named as Kyron, was hurt during a two-car collision on Masshouse Lane in Kings Norton on July 28.
An off-duty nurse, police and paramedics worked on the boy and restarted his heart. He was then rushed to hospital in a critical condition, but has now died.
Family's tribute
Kyron's brother, Darnel Gittens, has shared a tribute, describing him as a "happy, loving and special child" who was "always full of dreams and determination." Writing on a GoFundMe page, Darnel said: "Kyron was such a happy, loving and special child. He loved Pokémon and dinosaurs, and he was always full of dreams and determination."
He added: "He had so much he wanted to achieve in life and was the kind of person who wanted to turn his dreams into reality." Darnel said: "As his big brother, I could never have asked for a better little brother. The thought of having to say goodbye to him is something I never imagined I would have to face, and our family is completely heartbroken."
Police statement and fundraiser
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: "A nine-year-old boy has sadly died following a collision on Masshouse Lane, Kings Norton on Tuesday, 28 July. His family have asked for privacy at this tragic time, and we would ask that you respect their wishes at this time."
Darnel started the GoFundMe page to give his brother the "beautiful and dignified funeral he deserves." At the time of publication, £6,315 had been raised towards a target of £11,000. He said: "We want to give him the best possible farewell and celebrate the wonderful little boy that he was. Any donation, no matter how big or small, would mean so much to our family during this incredibly painful time. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser would also be greatly appreciated."
He concluded: "Kyron, I love you so much, You will always be my special little brother, and you will never be forgotten."
