'Bright and creative' boy, 5, found dead alongside his dad in Leicestershire house
A five-year-old boy who was found dead alongside his father in a house in Leicestershire has been described as "bright and creative" by his family.
Timotej Borrett, and his father, Lee Borrett, 41, were found unconscious inside a house in Hopyard Close in Leicester on Monday 24 July.
East Midlands Ambulance Service and the air ambulance attended the scene but both Timotej and his father, Lee, were pronounced dead.
Timotej's family described him as a “bright and creative” boy who will “be forever in our hearts”.
“Timotej was very much loved by his mother and partner, and their families," a tribute by his family said.
"He was very bright and creative. He always brightened the room everywhere he went.
"He was brave and strong and words cannot describe how much he will be missed.
"We hope he will now be at peace and he will be forever in our hearts."
Officers say they are continuing their investigations to establish the full circumstances surrounding the deaths.
They do not believe a third party is involved, they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the deaths and a file will be prepared for HM Coroner.
“This is a devastating and incredibly traumatic incident and our investigation is continuing to establish the full circumstances in relation to the deaths of Timotej Borrett and Lee Borrett", said Detective Chief Inspector Mark Sinski, the senior investigating officer.
“Following our enquiries so far, I can confirm that we are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident and a file in relation to the incident will be prepared for HM Coroner.
“I understand the upset, distress and concern this tragic incident has caused. Specialist officers are supporting the families of Timotej and Lee and officers also remain in the area of Hopyard Close speaking to people and offering reassurance.
“Thank you to everyone who has supported us and co-operated with us at this difficult time.”
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