Tributes to Plymouth teenager who died in crash in Devon
19-year-old Harvey Nye, from Plymouth, died at the scene.
Last updated 25th Feb 2025
The family of a 19-year-old who died following a fatal road collision on the A386 between Plymouth and Yelverton on Friday 14 February have paid tribute to him.
Officers were called to the Roborough area at around 11.55am following reports of a collision involving a black Yamaha MT 125 motorcycle and a red Manitou Telehandler.
Sadly, 19-year-old Harvey Nye, from Plymouth, died at the scene.
Harvey’s family said: “Harvey Nye, aged 19 years of age, sadly lost his life in a road traffic collision.
“He was a kind, caring, loving young man who loved life.
“He loved his family and friends as much as he loved his bikes. He made an impact of laughter on everyone he met.
“He passed away riding his favourite MT125cc.
“As a family we are extremely devastated and will never come to terms with what's happened.”
Harvey’s family have asked for privacy and speculation around events to be kept to a minimum.
The road was closed while an investigation was carried out at the scene.
Officers from the Roads Policing Team would like to thank the public for their patience whilst the road was closed.
Anyone with information is being urged to contact police on 101.