A nine-year-old boy who died after apparently being struck by lightning on a football field in Blackpool has been named as Jordan Banks.
The boy’s family have been informed and are being supported by officers.
Jordan’s team Clifton Rangers Junior Football Club said in a statement:
“It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart we announce that the tragic incident yesterday involved one of our own players.
Jordan of our U9 Bees, tragically passed away yesterday evening doing what he loved.
Jordan was a shining light and an inspiration to everyone that he met. A strong, determined and courageous young man, who will be missed by everyone.
The world has truly lost an extraordinary young man, who had done so much good in his community.”
Fly high young man, sleep tight and god bless.”
Detective Superintendent Nick Connaughton of Lancashire Police said: “This is a truly devastating incident and our thoughts are wholeheartedly with the family and friends of the young boy, who has passed away, at this very sad and distressing time.”
Road closures in place following the incident have now been lifted.
Anybody with information about the incident, or who witnessed it and has not yet spoken to police is asked to get in touch on 101, quoting log 1169 of 11 May.
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