Family of boy, 9, killed by lightning donate his organs to save three others
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. In a moving tribute posted to social media, Matt Banks said Jordan was “always putting other people himself” and described him as “a selfless little person”. Even now his kindness has meant that three other children may be able to live, as he always told us he wanted to be able to help other people if he could.” Jordan’s father said that the family has donated his organs “which we know will be what he wanted”. Mr Banks said that “words can’t even explain how heartbroken” he is, adding: “Not only have I lost my little boy I have lost my little best mate”. “It only feels like yesterday I was making Jordan a brew, putting him to bed, getting kisses, squeezing him and playing with him… So please, please, if you are busy and they might want to play a game or watch something with you, just find time because it’s priceless.” A GoFundMe page set up for Jordan’s family has already raised nearly £80,000.
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