THE family of Oliver Weston, the 18-year-old driver who died following a crash at Haldon, have paid tribute to him. 

In a statement they said: ‘Oliver was a loving and very loved son, brother and cousin, our family have been left heartbroken following his death.

‘Oliver had a passion for living his life and working hard. His spare time was spent with his motorbikes which were a huge part of his life, he also enjoyed fishing and could name hundreds of fish.

‘Oliver was very popular amongst his peers and he bought a lot of joy, energy and laughter to his friends and family. Oliver will be missed by all who knew him and will forever remain in our hearts.’

Oliver and sixteen-year-old Hanna Green died at the scene and Ruby Campbell, 15, also died following the collision. 

Two other teenagers were taken to hospital. 

Police were called at about 1.20am to a collision involving a silver Peugeot 107 near Haldon Hill.

Oliver’s funeral will take place on August 31. 

A keen biker, Oliver will be taken to the crematorium on a motorbike hearse with hundreds of local bikers expected to join the cortege.

Funeral directors JH Way have invited anyone who would like to join in a motorbike escort can meet the cortege at the top of Exeter Road by Hazeldown School by 10.45 on the day of the funeral.

Donations preferred in memory of Oliver are going to the great work of the Devon Air Ambulance.

The family preference is for people wear comfortable, casual clothing and not ties.

A celebration of his life will be help at Wetherspoons, The Jolly Brise in Station Road, from 1pm onwards.

Meanwhile specialist officers from the Serious Collisions Investigation Team are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

They are appealing for information from anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone with relevant dashcam footage which may help with enquiries.

Please provide information via the police website or by telephoning 101, quoting log 49 of 08/08/2024.