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.
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"He was loved by everyone who he crossed paths with. He made a massive impact in just 18 short years of life and we have so much support from everyone that knew him at such a difficult time.
"He had his whole life ahead of him, he was on his way to pick up the keys to his first flat. He will forever make us proud."
Police are still appealing to witnesses for information. A police statement said: "Our sympathies are with them in their loss and our specially-trained family liaison officer will be offering support over the coming weeks.
"We continue to appeal for your help as we investigate this tragedy. If you were travelling on the A4 Bath Road and witnessed the incident, have dashcam footage or saw either a Yamaha motorcycle or a blue Vauxhall Crossland in the time leading up to the collision, please contact us."
If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223147737, or complete the online appeals form.
