Darlington crash victim named by police
The heartbroken family of a teenager who died in a collision have paid tribute to him.
Philip Plews tragically died following a collision involving a white Transit van on Carmel Road South, in Darlington, on Saturday evening.
The 17-year-old, who was a passenger in the vehicle, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.
In a tribute released today, his family said: “If our love could have saved you my boy, you would have lived forever. We love you all the world.”
The incident happened shortly after 7.30pm.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has been interviewed by officers and released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Anyone with any dashcam footage of a white Transit van being driven along the A66 from the Darlington Arena in the direction of Carmel Road South shortly before 7.30pm is asked to call Durham Constabulary on 101, quoting incident reference 352 of February 5.