Schoolboys killed in horror Alfa Romeo crash named as friends pay emotional tribute to teens ‘taken too soon’
TWO schoolboys who were among three to die in a horror car crash have been named.
Aaron Bell, 17, and Loui Bank, 18, died when their Alfa Romeo crashed in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, on Friday.
Another 18-year-old - who has not been named - was also killed.
The teens were fatally injured during the smash in Masham Road, which stretches between Bedale and Masham.
The driver of the grey Alfa Romeo - also a teenager - was seriously injured and is in hospital.
No other cars are believed to have been involved.
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All three of the boys who died were pupils at Bedale High School, reports.
Hundreds of people have since shared tributes.
Friend Elise Lee said: "You guys where taken from us too soon.
"We all love you and we hope you're in a better place.
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"I’m so sorry this has happened to you boys, you were truly amazing.
"RIP, we love you."
Another tribute read: "It's not just three lives lost, it's three families totally destroyed."
Kieren Pounder said: "I went to school with the boys. I used to play rugby with two of them.
"All of them were the brightest of lads they always [went] out to help and I worked with Aaron on farm lambing and he's always jolly and happy lad his laugh was contagious.
"I've known one of them for 10 years and he's always to make us laugh.
"It's heart-breaking for the family's that have lost there sons and its left a hole in people that were close to them and they were to young to go but they will never be forgotten."
Aaron's former football team the North Yorkshire Soccer Academy wrote in tribute: "We were devastated to hear that one of our former players passed away in a car accident.
"Aaron Bell was a phenomenal footballer, rugby and cricketer.
"He had THE most cheeky grin and had an unbelievable attitude to all sports. He was an all round great kid too.
"We will remember Aaron for his tenacity, pace and power and of course that beaming smile.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Aaron’s family and friends at this difficult time. Rest in peace mate."
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Callum Moore added: "R.I.P boys fly high." And pal Megan Allen said they were "such funny boys".
Jane Clayton said: "This is absolutely heart-breaking news. Sending thoughts and prayers to all the families involved."
Paul Green wrote: "My brother has just called to tell me about the crash near Bedale that has taken the lives of three teenagers last night.
"It’s just heart-breaking, those poor families. It’s not just three lives lost it’s three families totally destroyed, never the same.
"Thoughts go out to the families dealing with this today."
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A spokesperson from North Yorkshire Police said anyone who witnessed the incident, saw the vehicle in the area before the collision, or has dashcam footage, should come forward urgently.
To speak to the force, call 101, select option two, and ask for the major collision investigation team, quoting reference number 1222013414.
