Teen dies month after e-motorbike crash in Bradford
Teen dies month after e-motorbike crash in Bradford

A 15-year-old boy has died four weeks after a crash between his off-road electric motorbike and an Audi in Bradford.

Crash and hospital treatment

Harley Hartley was riding the bike on October 1 on School Street in Bierley when he was involved in a collision with a black Audi S3. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries but died on October 28 after a four-week battle.

West Yorkshire Police said officers were called to the scene at around 5.30pm on October 1. The force's major collision enquiry team is investigating and continuing to appeal for witnesses.

Tribute from his mother

His mother said she has been left numb by the tragedy. She said: "I always longed for a boy and after three girls I finally got him, my life felt complete. Chunky 9lb 2oz blue eyed boy. He would do anything for anyone all you had to do was ask.

"Now I'm left numb, broken-hearted, every emotion you could ever feel. My son, the light of my life, you knew exactly how to play me to get anything and everything you wanted. You will forever be my number one, I got you son always, love Mum."

Appeal for witnesses

In a statement, West Yorkshire Police said: "Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the collision, or who saw the movements of either vehicle prior to it, to contact them. Anyone with footage which may assist this investigation is also asked to make contact."

Information can be given on 101, or via the Live Chat facility on the force's website, quoting reference 13260559556.