‘Extraordinary boy’: Family’s tearful tribute to son, 7, after being struck and killed by car in Balranald, NSW

The identity of a young boy struck and killed by a car in his hometown has been revealed, with his heartbroken family remembering “radiating joy” and “kind-hearted soul”.

The identity of a young boy struck and killed by a car in his hometown of Balranald, NSW has been revealed, as his family tearfully remember his “radiating joy” and “kind-hearted soul”.

William Ellis, 7 was hit by a car on Market St near the border of NSW and Victoria about 3.15pm on Wednesday.

He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, but died a short time later.

The driver, a 43-year-old man, was taken to the same hospital for mandatory testing.

William’s death has left the small Riverina community with a little over 2000 residents reeling.

The seven-year-old is being remembered as an “extraordinary boy, radiating joy with his kind-hearted soul”.

The tragedy is compounded for his mother Kylie, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

William Ellis, 7, was hit by a car near the border of NSW and Victoria.

Ms Reid told The Daily Telegraph, her son would always put his arms around her, telling her he loved her, through sickness and health.

A GoFundMe page has been setup by Kylie’s “beloved colleagues” at the Balranald Shire Council.

Over $44,000 has been raised for the family to help with Kylie’s medical challenges and funeral expenses.

William is survived by his parents Kylie and Shaun and five sisters, Natalya, Emmy, Porschea, Charley, and Lola.

Originally published as ‘Extraordinary boy’: Family’s tearful tribute to son, 7, after being struck and killed by car in Balranald, NSW