The family of a 17-year-old boy from Irlam have paid tribute to their 'Kind Hearted' boy who sadly died in a tragic motorcycle accident on Holcroft Road in Culcheth on the Monday 18th July.
A 13-year-old boy he was travelling with also suffered serious injuries.
In a tribute, Ben's family said:
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“08/03/2005 - 18/07/2022 - Ben Smith The kind hearted boy who made everyone laugh. He was deeply loved and will be missed by so many people.
“Funeral details to follow. Family request privacy at this time. Always loved but never forgotten. A loving Son and Brother Xxxx.”
A statement from Cheshire Constabulary reads:
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"Ben Smith, 17, from Irlam, was involved in a collision on Holcroft Lane, Culcheth at around 9.30pm on Monday 18 July. Sadly, Ben passed away at the scene. His family are being supported by specialist officers.
"Officers are continuing to appeal to anyone who may have seen a moped and another motorbike around the time of the incident to come forward. The same goes to anyone who may dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident to come forward."
Anyone with any information is urged report it to Cheshire Police quoting IML 1320718 via https://www.cheshire.police.uk/police-forces/cheshire-constabulary/areas/cheshire/about-us/about-us/provide-more-information-about-an-appeal/ or call 101.
Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or report it via https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously
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