An 11-year-old schoolboy, Evan Rothwell, who had previously performed on Britain’s Got Talent, tragically lost his life in a horrific crash outside his school. The incident occurred just after 5.10pm on Tuesday, November 12, when Evan was struck by a grey Nissan Qashqai outside the Kings School on Wrexham Road in Chester. Despite being rushed to the hospital in an air ambulance, Evan passed away on Saturday from his injuries.
Evan had showcased his talent on Britain’s Got Talent as part of the Amasing group, reaching the live semi-finals in London. His family described him as a joyful boy who brought light and laughter to those around him. They expressed their deep sadness and heartbreak at the loss of Evan, acknowledging his passion for entertaining and spreading joy through his performances and interactions with others.
The grieving family also called for a reduction in the speed limit on the road where Evan was struck, which currently stands at 40mph. They believe that lowering the speed limit could prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. The headteacher of Kings School, where Evan was a student, described him as a bright, fun-loving classmate with a curiosity beyond his years, and the school community has been deeply affected by his untimely death.
Tributes poured in for Evan from both his school community and beyond, highlighting his kindness, enthusiasm, and the positive impact he had on everyone he met. The police are appealing for any information or dash cam footage related to the incident to come forward, as investigations into the crash continue.
The devastating loss of young Evan Rothwell has left a profound impact on his school, family, and community, with an outpouring of support and condolences being shared in memory of the talented and beloved schoolboy.