A young boy whose mother is battling cancer has tragically been hit and killed by a car just two weeks before Christmas.
William Ellis, seven, was struck by the vehicle on Market Street in Balranald, a small border town between NSW and Victoria, at about 3.15pm on Wednesday.
He was treated at the scene by paramedics and rushed to the Balranald District Hospital but died a short time later.
A 43-year-old man who had been behind the wheel of the car that struck William was taken to the same hospital for mandatory testing.
The tragedy comes at an already difficult time for William’s family, with his mother Kylie Reid battling breast cancer.
A GoFundMe has raised more than $45,000 for the family of seven-year-old William Ellis (above) who was killed in a car crash on Wednesday
Co-workers of Ms Reid have created a GoFundMe to support the family, with William remembered by his parents and five sisters.
‘William was an extraordinary boy, radiating joy with his kind-hearted soul,’ the fundraiser reads.
‘His presence brought warmth and happiness to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
‘Amid this unimaginable grief, we extend our deepest sympathies to his parents, Kylie and Shaun, who have already faced an incredibly challenging year following Kylie’s breast cancer diagnosis.
‘Kylie has been bravely battling through cancer treatment, showing immense strength and resilience.’
William Ellis, seven, was struck by the vehicle on Market Street in Balranald, a small border town between NSW and Victoria, at about 3.15pm on Wednesday
The GoFundMe, which has already raised more than $45,000, hopes to help cover medical and funeral costs so William’s family can take time to grieve.
The town of Balranald has just over 2,200 residents.
‘Let us rally together as a community, supporting Kylie, Shaun, and William’s siblings during this difficult period,’ the fundraiser continued.
‘William’s memory will forever live on and your compassion will help lighten the load for a family enduring both loss and other challenges.’
Police urged anyone who may have witnessed the incident – or has any available dashcam/mobile phone footage – to contact Balranald Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Investigations are continuing.
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