Jordan Banks: Family and community pay tribute to ‘brightest star’ killed by lightning strike
The IndependentGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Jordan’s actions touched the hearts of our officers and we will always remember his kindness.” The England football team also paid tribute to Jordan, describing what happened as “so sad”. open image in gallery Jordan Banks, who died after being struck by lightning on Tuesday, left sweets on police cars to cheer up officers during lockdown In a statement on Facebook, the Clifton Rangers Junior Football Club said: “It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart we announce that the tragic incident yesterday involved one of our own players. “The world has truly lost an extraordinary young man, who had done so much good in his community.” A photo on the Blackpool FC Twitter page showed players standing behind nine footballs in Jordan’s memory. The post said: “The thoughts of everyone at Blackpool FC are with Jordan’s family and friends.” MPs also paid tribute to Jordan during a House of Commons debate on community football.
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