Man appears in court over death of teenager in Wirral
Jack Jones was knocked down and killed on Manor Drive in Upton on Monday night
Last updated 29th Apr 2021
A man has appeared in court, charged over the death of a teenage boy on the Wirral, who was knocked off his bike and killed.
15 year old Jack Jones from Woodchurch, died on Monday, April 26.
22-year-old Leo Meek, of West Way in Moreton, has appeared before the Wirral Magistrates’ Court charged with causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of an accident.
Meek, who was wearing a grey sweatshirt, pleaded guilty to failing to stop at the scene after a collision occurred causing injury, while he was driving a VW on April 26.
He was not asked to enter a plea to the other more serious charge and was remanded in custody to appear before Liverpool Crown Court on May 27.
His solicitor Laura Flynn had told the court, which was attended by two relatives of the defendant, that there was no application for bail.
Paying tribute, Jack's family have said:
"Jack was a funny, kind and sensitive boy. He loved being with friends and outdoors, just hanging out, being a typical 15-year-old boy.
"He will be hugely missed by everybody, and he was very much loved by all.
"We all love you very much, Jack, you will always be in our heart and thoughts xx."
Jack's family have asked for privacy as they grieve for their loss.
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