Teenage motorbike rider, 14, dies in horror crash with car as cops launch probe
SMASH TRAGEDY Teenage motorbike rider, 14, dies in horror crash with car as cops launch probe
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A TEENAGE motorbike rider has died after being involved in a horrific crash yesterday.
The boy, 14, tragically lost his life after his white Stomp Juice 110 motorcycle collided with a black Ford Mondeo in Ecclesfield, Sheffield, at around 6.15pm on Monday evening.
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The motorist, 30, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and other traffic offences.
Just moments after the crash, a nearby police officer on patrol managed to reach the scene after being flagged down by a member of the public.
There, the officer found the injured 14-year-old boy who had been riding the motorbike.
They provided first aid while waiting for other emergency services to arrive.
An off-duty nurse was also among those who battled to try and save the injured boy's life.
Despite their best efforts, and the boy being rushed to hospital, the teenager tragically died.
He has yet to be named, with cops informing his family of the heartbreaking news.
The 30-year-old Ford Mondeo driver remained at the scene after the crash.
He was arrested but has since been released on bail as the investigation continues.
Police launched a probe following the collision and are actively asking for witnesses to come forward.
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