A man who died in a motorbike crash has been named as dad-of-two Michael Cheshire.
In a touching tribute, the 29-year-old has been described as a "boss" dad and "lovely lad." Michael died when he was involved in a crash with a car when riding his motorbike.
The crash happened at the junction of Boundary Street and Regent Road at around 6.20pm on Tuesday, September 6. It was reported that Michael suffered serious injuries and members of the public rushed to help him before paramedics arrived at the scene.
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He was rushed to hospital where he died a short time later. The driver of the car stopped at the scene and is currently assisting police with enquiries.
Michael's Dad has now shared a tribute to him and thanked people for their support, he said: "It is with great sadness that we have to announce the loss of my son Michael tragically taken in a motorcycle accident on 6th September.
"A Dad to Isla Rose and Michael, a brother to Jessica and will be sadly missed by all those who had the pleasure to know him. The family are very grateful for the overwhelming support and sympathy of all those touched by Michael's passing."
Other tributes flooded in for the dad on social media, Samantha Nicole said: "So sad rip Michael thoughts are with your family and babas, died doing what you love but far too soon." Nicola Brown said: "Rest in peace Mick! Thinking of your family and your two babies."
Kellie Anne also said: "R.I.P Michael lad, rest easy another person from my year passing away." Marcus Perkins added: "Mick was a boss lad! Rip mate."
Flowers and touching notes stating "I miss you" and "we will never forget you" were left at the scene in the days following his death. An investigation is underway and Merseyside Police is appealing for any witnesses, CCTV and dash camera footage which may assist our enquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call Matrix Roads Policing Unit on (0151) 777 5747, email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk, or DM @MerPolCC on Twitter quoting reference 22000666138. You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information.
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