WE'RE UTTERLY HEARTBROKEN

THE family of 11-year-old Thomas Wong yesterday said they are "heartbroken" after he was killed while cycling to school.

- SARAH VESTY & JACKIE GRANT

The youngster was struck on Whitehouse Road in Edinburgh, close to Cramond Primary, at 8.20am on Friday.

He died at the scene. The driver of a bin lorry involved in the incident was uninjured.

Thomas's family said: "We are utterly heartbroken. Thomas was the perfect son.

"He was the best little brother to his older sister and was adored by all his family.

"Thomas went to Cramond Primary School, which he loved. He made good friends there. We will all miss him terribly.

"We are very grateful for all the sympathy and heartfelt. messages we have received from people. Thank you."

The tragedy rocked the local community and many floral tributes with heartbreaking messages were left at the scene.