Callum’s families grateful for public support

Thursday 21st May 2009, 2:29PM BST.

The families of Callum Eborall have released this new picture of him.

THE families of Callum Eborall have thanked the public for their support since the 11-year-old died at the weekend.

The Le Murier pupil was hit by a motorcycle at Les Banques at 9.30pm on Friday night.

Speaking via the police they said:

‘The families of Callum Eborall would like to express their thanks for the considerable amount of public support, flowers and cards they have received at this very difficult time.’

A 16-year-old motorcyclist remains in hospital following the incident. His condition remains stable.

Police confirmed that a sixth motorcyclist had come forward and has since been arrested and released on bail, as were five others who were arrested on Friday.

‘This is a direct result of the local media coverage, for which the police are very grateful,’ said a spokesman.