Detectives have identified the teenage boy who tragically lost his life in a collision near...
Published: 5:03 pm October 11, 2023
Updated: 10:39 am October 8, 2025
Teenage Boy Named As Victim In Fatal Collision Near Orpington

Detectives have identified the teenage boy who tragically lost his life in a collision near Orpington and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. The victim has been named as Tafari Thompson-Mintah, a 16-year-old who resided in Grove Park.

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The incident occurred at approximately 15.30/BST. on Monday, October 9, when Tafari was riding a moped along Sevenoaks Way in St Paul’s Cray. Despite the immediate response of emergency services, Tafari succumbed to his injuries at the scene. His family is being provided with support from the authorities during this extremely challenging time.

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