Star readers' shock after fatal crash in Blackbrook

The fatal collision happened on Tuesday, October 4 at the junction of Park Road and Boardmans Lane, Blackbrook at about 12.30am.

Police have confirmed a 17-year-old boy was taken to hospital but died a short time later.

His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

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A 20-year-old man and a 23-year-old man were also seriously injured and have been taken to hospital for treatment for their injuries.

A 19-year-old man and a 24-year-old man, from St Helens, have both been arrested on suspicion of murder and causing serious injury by dangerous driving and are both in custody for questioning by detectives.

Police at the scene on Tuesday morning (Image: St Helens Star)

In a statement, police said an investigation is underway and house-to-house, CCTV and forensic inquiries are being carried out.

There are road closures in the local area while the incident is being dealt with and motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible.

The incident happened near the Lidl supermarket.

Star readers have expressed their shock on social media and have written tributes.

Sue Allison said: "Another young lad taken too soon, RIP, thoughts with his family and friends..."

A cordon in place at the scene (Image: St Helens Star)

Sarah Shaw added: "So Sorry this has happened, my thoughts are with the boys family at this sad time x"

Juju Jones said: "This is so sad, Thought’s go out to the Young Man’s Family, Another taken too soon.x"

Mandy Swinburn wrote: "Not the news I wanted to wake up to this morning, broken for all the family, rest forever in eternal peace lad xx"

Jean Stamp posted: "Deepest condolences to the family and friends. R I P Young Man."

Skye Eccleston added: "rip we will miss you  forever will be missed x".

Road closures remain in place near the area.