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Members of the youngster’s family who live in Waterford in Ireland paid tribute to the ‘the joy and laughter’ he brought to the world.
They told the Irish Independent: ‘With heavy hearts we bid farewell to Kobi, you will be so dearly missed.
‘The joy and laughter you brought to the world has been taken from us far too soon. We will be thinking of you day and night for eternity till we meet you again.
‘The family would like to acknowledge and appreciate all messages of support. Please respect our family privacy at this very difficult time.’
Officers said a special post-mortem will take place after Christmas.
A neighbour said of Kobi: ‘We often saw the boy playing on his scooter. He was happy and energetic.’
