The family of a West Auckland boy tragically killed as he followed his father across a highway are "heart broken".
Thomas Evans, 8, was hit by a car on State Highway 5 when he followed his father, Jos, across the road after their own vehicle broke down near Tirau.
"He was much loved and we are absolutely devastated," said Mr Evans.
"Everyone is just heartbroken."
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Thomas died at the scene.
Funeral arrangements were being made for the boy.