Nearly five days after having his life support machine switched off Alfie Evans lost his battle for life in the early hours of this morning.
The parents of the 23-month-old confirmed he passed away at 2.30am in messages posted on the Alfie’s Army supporters Facebook page.
Tom Evans, Alfie’s father, said: “My gladiator lay down his shield and gained his wings at 02:30… absolutely heartbroken… I LOVE YOU MY GUY”.
Alfie’s mum Kate James writing: “Our baby boy grew his wings tonight at 2:30 am. We are heart broken. Thankyou everyone for all your support”.
Alfie died at Liverpool’s Alder Hey children’s hospital where he had been in intensive care for over a year suffering from a mystery brain condition.
Everyone at The Swindonian pass our deepest condolences to his parents, who fought so hard for their brave little boy.
God bless Alfie condolences to his family RIP Xx