‘Gone but not forgotten' tributes pour in for teens, 16 and 17, killed in horror motorbike crash
The pair, who can now be named as Kailem Robinson, 16, and Kaine Darby, 17, tragically died after a motorbike they were both riding tragically collided with a silver Vauxhall Viva car in
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Tributes to Kaine and Kailem have been left at the scene
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Heartfelt tributes continue to create a floral forest of love for the two teenage boys
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As the flood of condolences continues to pour in, the scene has been cordoned off with bins and jaffer tape
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Floral tributes on Lower Broughton Road, Salford
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Emergency crews rushed to the scene and onlookers recounted paramedics and police desperately trying to save the teenager's life.
The driver of the car, a 24-year-old woman, stayed at the crash and assisted officers. No arrests have yet been made.
A large emergency services presence was spotted throughout the night, with teams including GMP's tactical aid unit (TAU) and Specialist Operations Incident Command working tirelessly to investigate.
A monument of flowers marks the spot of the
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A makeshift banner made from a bed sheet reading 'R.I.P Kailem and Kaine,' has been strung from the railings, adorned with the scribbles of mourners.
Messages of love have flooded in throughout the day.
"Kaine we love you, fly high," one wrote. "Kaine and Kailem RIP, gone but not forgotten," another read.
"RIP lads, you will be missed," another community member wrote in tribute.
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Framed pictures of the boys poke out from the bouquets of roses, celebrating their tragically short lives.
The road has been cordoned off using bins and gaffer tape as family and friends flock to pay their respects.
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On social media, the local community has expressed their grief.
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Saima Khan said: "I used to see those boys around the park just a couple of days ago. They were often riding their bikes together. It's heartbreaking to know they're gone. They were so young. I pray for them and their families."
June Hudson said: "God Bless Those poor young lads x Prayers for all their loved ones at this heartbreaking time x.'
Empathetic messages for the driver of the car also flooded in.
Jo Toomey wrote: 'That poor lady driver. I hope she's ok and gets the relevant help she needs to get over the trauma she's going to have to live with.'
Margaret Carney wrote: 'So sad for both boy's families. Also sad for the poor driver who has to live with this for rest her life.'
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Isabelle Grace added: "Rest easy Kaine and Kailem we will miss you so much and Oakley am sending all of our love to us forever 16 and 17, it's absolutely devastating to be saying goodbye I never thought I would be saying it this way."
Some hoped that the horrific incident would be a warning against youngsters riding motorbikes, but most just expressed their sympathy.
Greater Manchester Police said: "Our specialist collision investigators are appealing for information after two teenagers died in a collision in Salford last night.
"It is believed the male teenagers were riding on the same motorbike on Lower Broughton Road at 8.20PM when it was in collision with a silver Vauxhall Viva as they attempted to turn into Clarence Street.
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"Emergency services attended but sadly a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old were later pronounced dead in hospital.
"The families of both victims are being supported by specialist officers as our investigation into the incident continues.
"The 24-year-old female driver of the car stayed at the scene to assist officers, no arrests have been made."
In an appeal for information following the tragedy, Detective Sergeant Matt Waggett, of GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: 'This is a heartbreaking and upsetting incident where two young men have sadly lost their lives and our thoughts are with their families.
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'Our investigation continues so we can give them the answers they deserve. This is still an active investigation, and we are looking for anyone who has any information regarding the incident to come forward and get in touch with us.'
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Floral tributes left in Salford after two teenage boys were killed
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Tributes were being paid this afternoon to two teenage boys aged just 16 and 17
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Floral tributes on Lower Broughton Road, Salford following the tragic crash
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