The family of an 11-year-old boy who tragically died in an accident in Alderley Edge have paid tribute to him.

Flynn Morrissey, who had just joined year seven at Wilmslow High School, was on his way to school with his mum Nicky and brother Dylan when their car was in a collision with a sports car travelling in the opposite direction.

Flynn died at the scene.

In a statement, the family, from Sandbach, said: “Our beautiful little boy has fallen asleep.

“Flynn is always in our hearts. His mischievous energy and vibrancy will always live on.”

Flynn’s mum and brother, who is in year 11 at the school, escaped with minor injuries and have been released from hospital.

The collision happened at 8.07am on Monday, September 16, on the A34 Congleton Road, Alderley Edge.

The 28-year-old male driver of the red Porsche Cayman, from Cheadle, was released from hospital on Thursday, September 19.

Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.

Sergeant Andy Dennison said: “We would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision who hasn’t yet spoken to police and also anyone who saw either of these vehicles travelling between Manchester and Alderley Edge around that time.”

Anyone with information should contact Cheshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 123 of  September 16, 2013.