Tragic Death of 16-Year-Old Motorcyclist in Whitchurch Crash

Police have named the teenager who died after a horror crash near Whitchurch on Friday. Mac Sutcliffe, 16, lost his life when his motorcycle collided with a white Mercedes van at the junction of Harroway and Bloswood Lane.

Family Heartbroken Over Young Loss

Mac’s parents released a gut-wrenching tribute, saying: “It is with enormous sadness that we announce our beloved son, Mac Sutcliffe, died in a motorcycle accident on October 14. He was a bright flame and shone so brightly in so many lives.”

They added, “We would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and support. It is appreciated and much needed. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.”

Police Launch Witness Appeal

Officers are urging anyone with information about the collision to come forward. PC David Mitchell can be contacted on 101, quoting incident number 44160388093.

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