Police release first photo of boy, 15, who died in hospital after being hit by a car in Andover

The family of a 15-year-old boy who was hit by a car in Andover, have said "he was a lovely, caring boy with a cheeky smile and wicked, cheeky sense of humour."

Ryan Marshall was walking on New Street at around 6pm on Saturday 21 December when he was hit by a silver Ford Fiesta.

The driver, a 29 year old woman - was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drugs.

She has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.

Paying tribute to him today, Ryan’s mum said: “Ryan was a lovely, caring boy with a cheeky smile and wicked, cheeky sense of humour.

“He was loved so much by me, the family and everyone who knew him. We are all very heart-broken that he was taken from us.”Specialist officers are supporting Ryan’s family as detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit continue to investigate the incident.

A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We are still appealing for any witnesses to please come forward and speak to police.

"Were you in the area at the time?

"Perhaps you were driving through the area and may have dash cam footage which captured something?

"Anyone with footage or information is asked to please make contact with us.

"You can call us on 101 quoting the reference 44240554969. Alternatively, you can submit information via our website at https://www.hampshire. police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/ cor/tell-us-about-existing- case-report/"

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