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The brother of a 13-year-old boy knocked down and killed as he crossed the road paid tribute to the "amazing" teenager as he appealed for information.

Adam Bryant issued a plea to anyone who could help to contact West Midlands Police.

It came after Mason O'Grady was named in tributes as the victim of the Easter Sunday crash in Chester Road, Erdington.

Flowers were laid near the scene on Easter Monday.

West Midlands Police confirmed a 28-year-old woman had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of a collision.

She was arrested after a black Volkswagen Polo collided with the schoolboy as he crossed the road with his family at around 6.50pm.

The teenager was taken to hospital but could not be saved.

Adam, a golfer and instructor, said in his Facebook appeal: "Can’t believe I’m having to write this, my little brother was involved in a hit-and-run on the Chester Road last night, at around 6:50pm.

"If anybody has any information or seen this happen please contact the police on 101 or email FL_COLLISION_INVEST@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk

"Anyone who knew Mason would know how kind hearted, smart and loving he was. He would have done anything for anybody, he was was truly an amazing person.

"This massive shock has left a huge hole in our family so if anybody could help with the investigation please please don’t hesitate."

(Image: Birmingham Mail)

One card left on flowers said: "Gone too soon beautiful young lad. Heaven has gained an angel. Fly high little man."

Another tribute read: "Fly high with the angels. You will be missed so much."

Police have yet to formally release the name of the young victim.

(Image: Birmingham Mail)

West Midlands Police released a statement today which said: "A 28-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop remains in police custody for questioning."

Det Sgt Alan Hands, from the force’s collision investigation unit, said: “We are still trying to establish how this tragic incident has happened and anyone who has information and hasn’t yet spoken to an officer should call us on 101.

“This is a parent’s worst nightmare and it’s impossible to imagine their grief, but specialist officers will be supporting them as our investigation continues."

Anyone with information can contact collision investigators on FL_COLLISION_INVEST@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk, via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk from 8am to midnight, or by calling 101 anytime.

Information can also be given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Quote log number 3376 of 12/04/20.