A family has paid tribute to a teenage motorcyclist who died in a crash in Brislington while on his way to pick up the keys to a new home. Alex Thompson, 18, passed away after a collision involving a car and motorcycle near Hicks Gate roundabout on Thursday afternoon (June 22).
Avon and Somerset Police said emergency services were called to the road at approximately 3.45pm following reports of the crash. Despite the efforts of those involved, Alex was pronounced dead at the scene.
In a statement issued through the force, Alex's family said he was on his way to collect the keys to his first flat when the crash happened. His family said: "My Alex was such a kind-hearted caring boy and always wore a cheeky smile.
