Police make new appeal for information regarding fatal collision in Warrington

Police are making a fresh appeal for information regarding a collision that left one dead, and another seriously injured.

Officers were called to a report of a collision off Holcroft Lane, Clucheth, at around 9:30pm on July 18, 2022.

Sadly, the rider of the bike, 17-year-old Ben Smith died at the scene

A 13-year-old passenger was taken to hospital with serious injuries; they have since been discharged.

Enquiries in relation to the appeal remain ongoing and officers are appealing to anyone who may have been on Holcroft Lane between 9pm and 9:30pm on that evening.

In particular, officers are keen to hear from the owner of a red motorcycle, who was seen just prior to collision, and may be key to understanding the exact circumstances of the incident.

Sue, Ben’s mum, said:

“I am struggling to come to terms with the loss of my Son at such a young age, I know that this will not bring Ben back but any help from the rider or other witnesses will help me and the Police investigation into the collision”.

Anyone with information is urged to report it via our website quoting IML 1320718 or call 101.

Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously via https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously or call 0800 555 111.