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Fatal Collision: Teen Rider Dead, Second Critical
3 Oct
Summary
- A 16-year-old boy died after a collision on Haydon Road.
- Another teenager sustained critical injuries and was airlifted.
- Police are actively searching for the electric motorbike involved.
A devastating collision in Taunton, Somerset, has claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy. The incident occurred on Thursday around 10:20 PM on Haydon Road when two teenagers on an electric motorbike collided with a stationary car at traffic lights. Tragically, the 16-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been informed and is receiving support from a specially trained officer.
The second teenager involved in the crash suffered critical injuries and was transported to the hospital via air ambulance, where he is currently fighting for his life. Avon and Somerset Police have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. Officers are particularly keen to locate the electric motorbike, which was not present at the crash site.
East Reach was closed for several hours overnight to facilitate the investigation but has since reopened. Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward and are urging the public to refrain from speculating or sharing images on social media out of respect for the grieving family. The investigation continues as authorities seek to understand the events leading up to this fatal incident.
