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An internet brute who posted a vile message about the death of Liverpool schoolboy Rhys Jones - shot dead five years ago - is being investigated by police.
Rhys, 11, was caught in the crossfire of two gangs in a car park in Liverpool and killed by gang member Sean Mercer as he was walking home from football practice.
Mercer, 16 at the time, was jailed for life for the murder.
Liverpool fan Calum Graves posted a response to a tribute to the schoolboy on Twitter saying: "Good, I hope it hurt #EvertonScum."
Rhys was a die-hard Everton football fan before he was killed, and played for the local football team Fir Tree Boys.
He has since deleted the tweet and apologised saying: "Once again guys, I feel ashamed for what I have done, I will face the consequences and I would like to apologise, #RIPRhys."
The 18-year-old from London, who describes himself as a "die hard football fan and FIFA addict" is being investigated by police.
Other users of the social networking site voiced their disgust at Mr Graves' comments.
Clarice said: "You can make a joke out of a child being shot? Your seriously twisted."
Another user said: "Why did you feel like you had to say such a terrible thing, and then try to justify it. Just man up and apologize, stupid child."
Merseyside Police's hi-tech crime unit are currently investigating the tweet.
A spokeswoman said: "Merseyside Police can confirm that a report was made by a member of the public on Tuesday 21 August about a message posted on Twitter.
"The message itself was of a malicious and insensitive nature and was posted by an individual registered to the site. The message has now been removed by the author.
"The Force's high tech crime unit are currently investigating to see if any offence has been committed and if any potential offenders can be identified.
"Officers have also contacted network administrators to report the message.
"Merseyside Police takes all forms of offensive behaviour seriously and is aware of the impact such messages can have on social network users and the general public."
