TRIBUTES have been paid to a “lovely little boy” who died after he was hit by a mirror inside a shop, with his family saying “he will be with us every single day throughout the rest of our lives”.

Freddie Farrow suffered a serious head injury whilst inside Fenwick, in Colchester High Street, on July 27, when he was struck by a mirror.

Despite the efforts of many people at the scene and after he was airlifted to hospital, Freddie died from his injuries last Monday.

His mum Natasha Ingham has paid a heartbreaking tribute to Freddie, five, who was a pupil at Gosbecks Primary School in Colchester.

She said: “He will never leave us. He will be with us every single day throughout all our lives - until we see him again.

“As a family we are devastated by his death. He was such a lovely little boy and very cheeky in a lot of ways.

“He used to pick me flowers every day, it could have been daisies or whatever he could get his hands on, and give them to me and tell me he loved me and I would tell him I loved him back.

“He was so content. He would always ask questions and, I know every mum will say this, he was such a clever little boy.”

Miss Ingham added: “Everyone who knew Freddie just loved him – he was that kind of boy. He was always smiling and he really loved going to the beach.”

She also thanked the community for the outpouring of love and support since the incident which has seen residents raise more than £5,000 for the family.

Miss Ingham said: “I have had a lot of messages from people and that support has been really important for us and I’d like to thank people for that.”

Freddie’s dad Andrew Farrow said his son was an expert Lego builder, confident swimmer and loved going crabbing and park running.

“I am grateful for the time we had with Freddie,” he said.

“Every day he was loved and cherished and brought so much happiness to everyone who knew him.

“Freddie, his brother and sister were inseparable and I know for sure he will be watching over them.

“He had such a contagious laugh and always pulled funny faces.

“I will miss you Fredboy, so, so much... and until we meet again, I love you.”

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Mr Farrow added: “I would like to thank the members of the public and emergency services who came to Freddie’s aid on the day of the incident and the specialist care he received after.

“I have also been touched by the support shown to us by the Colchester community and my family have taken, and continue to take, comfort in that.”

Freddie had just finished Year 1 at Gosbecks Primary School and was set to visit Legoland for his sixth birthday in the summer holidays.

Head of school Polly Bradford paid tribute to the much-loved member of the school community.

“We are still coming to terms with this devastating loss as a school, and our thoughts and sympathies are with Freddie’s family at this distressing time,” she said.

“Freddie was a little star. His sensitive and caring nature shone through with his friends, who he always looked out and cared for.

“He was a sweet natured boy who was always polite and well-mannered with everyone he came across in school.

“Freddie was a quiet and thoughtful soul and it had been lovely to see him grow in confidence over the past few months; working hard and taking pride in his achievements. His unique character and lovely smile touched all who knew him.

“Freddie was a credit to his family and his kindness and thoughtfulness will be sorely missed by his teachers and friends.

“Words cannot describe the utter loss felt by those who cherished Freddie.

“Our deepest sympathies and condolences are with those who knew and loved him. He will be in our hearts forever.”

Colchester Council is investigating the incident under its health and safety responsibilities. Fenwick was closed on the day after Freddie’s death as a mark of respect.

Donate to the appeal at gofund.me/42f8659d.