Tragedy as boy, 13, dies in horror car crash – with devastated family sharing tributes to ‘bright, intelligent boy’
THE family of a 13-year-old boy tragically killed in a crash have paid tribute to a boy "who always had a twinkle in his eye".
Kaylan Hippsley died last month following a crash in Hirwaun, Wales.
Kaylan's family have remembered him as a "bright, intelligent boy who always had a twinkle in his eye."
the crash involved a brown Ford Fiesta and a pedestrian.
Harley Whiteman, 19, appeared at Magistrates’ Court on Saturday charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to provide a specimen for analysis.
Kaylan's family remembered their boy by saying: “Kaylan was such a cheeky chappie. He always had a twinkle in his eye and could get away with anything with his smile and quick wit.
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“He was so handsome just like his Dad.
“Kaylan was a talented rugby and football player. He loved on-line gaming.
“He was a bright, intelligent boy and a much-loved pupil in Aberdare Community School.
“He loved spending time with his family and had a great group of friends.
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“We are devastated to lose Kaylan at such a young age, only 13 with his whole life ahead of him.
“We as a family want to thank everyone who helped at the scene from paramedics, members of public, Kaylan’s friends to the emergency services and police who did everything they could to save Kaylan. From the bottom of our hearts, we are grateful.
“Our thanks also go out to the local community of Hirwaun who have supported us from afar sending their prayers and support. We are very grateful.
"We want to especially thank the nurses and doctors at the Paediatric Critical Care at the Heath Hospital for caring for Kaylan and supporting our family at such an awful time. They were so caring and respectful we will be forever grateful for their support.
“Kaylan, your life was a blessing your memory a treasure.
You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
“Until we meet again.”
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