TRIBUTES have been flooding in for a British teenager who was allegedly stabbed to death by his mum’s ex-partner in Portugal.
Alfie Hallett, 13, was honoured by his local basketball team as a “cherished member” of the community and praised for “leaving an indelible mark” on all who knew him.
Alfie was fatally attacked with a bladed weapon in the town of Take on Tuesday.
The suspect later died after a blast reportedly caused by a gas leak believed to have been deliberately provoked by the alleged killer.
He is believed to have turned on the gas, triggering an explosion that killed him.
His mum, also a British national, and a member of the GNR (National Republican Guard) was injured in the blast.
Tragic Alfie’s basketball club in Tomar shared a poignant tribute alongside a photo of a black ribbon photo in honour of the teen.
They heartbreakingly announced that Alfie had played “so well” in a match Saturday that it now “seemed like he knew it was his last game”.
Sport Club Operario Cem Soldos (SCOCS) added: “SCOCS BASKETBALL has just become poorer today.
“Our athlete Alfie passed away today at the age of 13.
“He played his last game on Saturday, played so well that it seemed like he knew it was his last game but far from imagining it.
“We want to tell you how much we love you and that you will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace.”
Trainer Ana Bengala also said: “The sports community was deeply shaken by the tragic death… a victim of an act of violence deemed utterly incomprehensible.
“The news generated great sorrow among athletes, coaches, managers, parents, and members, who are united in this moment of pain and mourning.
“The young athlete was seen as a cherished member of the sports family, leaving an indelible mark on all who interacted with him.”
The Sun has contacted the Foreign Office for comment.