18-Year-Old Dies in Devon Motorcycle Crash
Kyan Dunn, 18, from Tiverton, died from injuries sustained in a collision on 2 May. Devon and Cornwall Police said the crash involved a black Yamaha motorcycle and a white Ford Transit box truck at the junction of Newport Street and St Peter Street.
bbc.co.ukThe family of 18-year-old Kyan Dunn has paid tribute after he died from injuries sustained in a collision in Tiverton, Devon. Devon and Cornwall Police said the crash occurred on 2 May at the junction of Newport Street and St Peter Street. The collision involved a black Yamaha motorcycle and a white Ford Transit box truck.
Kyan Dunn was one of two people on the motorcycle. A 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital with injuries described as not life-threatening.
Dunn's mother, Sophie Thomas, said he was a "truly exceptional son" who died surrounded by his immediate family while listening to music. " Thomas said Kyan was a loving brother to his younger siblings Ethan, Kaedon, Ellora, Brody and Alice. She added that his father Mike, stepfather Ollie, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins will feel his loss forever.
" Kyan Dunn wrote music, played guitar and sang, and was working on songs with his band. He was also in a relationship with his girlfriend Megan. Thomas thanked emergency services for their care and said, "I love you endlessly my boy. We are all so proud of you.
" Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision and have asked witnesses with relevant dashcam footage to contact them.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
2 events- 2 May
Kyan Dunn, 18, died after a motorcycle crash in Tiverton.
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Police asked for dashcam footage from witnesses.
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Potential Impact
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Family members will experience ongoing grief.
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Police investigation into the crash continues.
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