Parents pay tribute to boy, 11, who died in crash

The family of an 11-year-old boy who died in a crash in Derby said he was "a sweet child that was full of life".

Seth Fulton was riding his bicycle when there was a collision with a bus and car in Nottingham Road, Chaddesden, at about 18:45 BST on Friday.

He was taken to hospital with serious injuries where he later died.

Speaking through Derbyshire Police, Seth's family paid tribute, saying he was "at his happiest out in nature on an adventure".

His parents said: "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, said the force, which is appealing for witnesses.

It added the boy's family are being supported by specialist officers.

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