Boy, 7, dies in tragic crash as mum pays tribute to ‘little superhero’

Logan Parker was tragically killed after being struck by a car on the A38 in Nottinghamshire

Tannur Anders and Louis Corbett

02:31, 13 Mar 2026

Logan Parker died in a tragic collision on the A38(Image: Nottinghamshire Live)

A young boy who lost his life after a collision on the A38 has been identified by police.

Logan Parker was hit by a car on the A38, Kings Mill Road East, near Kingfisher Way in Nottinghamshire, at 8.26pm on Tuesday, March 10.

The seven-year-old passed away[1] at the scene.

The A38 was temporarily shut in both directions[2] whilst investigations were carried out, but it has since reopened, reports Nottinghamshire Live[3].

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Nottinghamshire Police officers said the driver of the vehicle stopped at the scene and is cooperating with their inquiries into the incident.

Logan's mother honoured her son in a moving tribute: "In memory of a boy who will remain seven forever.

"Always unconditionally loved and cherished, you will never, ever be forgotten.

"There are no words other than you are the most beautiful, happy and mischievous special boy - full of love, light and adventure.

"You will be always part of me and our hearts, my little superhero who loved to play and make us laugh."

"This is not goodbye but a 'see you soon'."

"Love from mum and family."

Detective Inspector Jamie Moore, of Nottinghamshire Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This is a devastating incident and our thoughts are with Logan's family, friends and loved ones.

"The circumstances are being investigated and we would ask the privacy of the family is respected at this tragic and difficult time.

Police have appealed to any witnesses of this incident to come forward, including anyone with dashcam footage which could help in the investigation.

"If you can help, please call us on 101 quoting incident number 770 of 10 March," Detective Moore said.

References

1. ^ passed away (www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk)
2. ^ temporarily shut in both directions (www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk)
3. ^ Nottinghamshire Live (www.nottinghampost.com)
4. ^ Click here to activate (www.google.com)