Tributes at scene of fatal Wolverhampton crash as man named locally

The man who died has been named locally as ‘Luke’.

Tributes have been laid at the scene of a fatal motorcycle crash in Wolverhampton.

A man, in his 20s, who has now been named locally as ‘Luke’, died following the collision which saw a Yamaha bike hit a curb on Bilston Road on Friday night (July 31).

Flowers, photos and his some his favourite things - including a packet of McCoys crisps - have been left at the scene.

Tealight candles are also laid out on the pavement spelling his name.

West Midlands Police are appealing for information as they investigate the incident.

A spokesperson for the police force said: “We’re appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist died following an incident on the Bilston Road in Wolverhampton.

“The man, who is in his 20s, was travelling on the Yamaha bike when it hit a kerb, near the Red Lion pub at around 10pm yesterday.

“Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene and his family are being supported by specialist officers.

“We would urge anyone who saw what happened, or who has dashcam, mobile phone or CCTV footage, to get in touch via 101 quoting log 5736 of 31 July.

“You can also e-mail our Serious Collision Investigation Unit at [email protected].”

See photos of the tributes below: