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Family Pays Tribute to 11-Year-Old Boy Who Died in Derby Crash

Seth Fulton, 11, died after a collision involving his bicycle, a bus, and a car in Derby. His family described him as adventurous, caring, and full of life. Police are appealing for witnesses and supporting the family.

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Tributes to 11-Year-Old Boy Who Died in Crash

The family of an 11-year-old boy who died in a collision in Derby described him as "a sweet child that was full of life."

Seth Fulton was riding his bicycle when he was involved in a crash with a bus and a car on Nottingham Road, Chaddesden, at approximately 18:45 BST on Friday.

He was transported to hospital with serious injuries and later died.

Flowers by the roadside
Flowers had been placed along Nottingham Road on Saturday

Derbyshire Police conveyed a tribute from Seth's family, stating he was "at his happiest out in nature on an adventure."

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'Free-thinking and carefree'

His parents shared:

"He was a lovely colourful lad, independent and cheeky.
He had a lust for life, loved wildlife and was adventurous. He was caring and compassionate, impulsive and inquisitive.
He had a thirst for knowledge, was fearless, very sociable and would speak to anyone. He was free-thinking and carefree.
He absolutely loved skateboarding and BMX riding.
He was so very funny with his silly jokes and dancing. He was passionate about anything he put his mind to - he had the best personality.
Everyone who came into contact with Seth will never forget him. He loved his friends as much as they all loved him.
He was a sweet child that was full of life. He was a so very loved son, brother, grandson and nephew."

No arrests have been made, according to the police, who are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

The force also confirmed that specialist officers are providing support to the boy's family.

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