A DEVASTATED family have paid tribute to their teen son who sadly died in a car crash.

Dorset Police responded to a road traffic collision report in Wareham on Wednesday 18.
Joshua Blake, 18, was tragically declared dead at the sceneCredit: Dorset Police
The incident involved a collision with a black Volvo V70 on Morden Road.

Joshua Blake, 18, was a passenger in the car and tragically declared dead at the scene.

The driver, a male in his 20s, and another passenger, a male in his teens, were also in the car.

Both sustained serious injuries and were rushed to hospital where they are currently still being treated.

In a touching tribute, Joshua’s family said: “Joshua had only just celebrated his 18^th birthday before he tragically lost his life.

“He leaves behind his loving parents Martin and Caroline, brother Samuel, sister Chloe, his wider family and many friends.

“Joshua had a passion for supercars, which he always took the opportunity to photograph. He enjoyed riding his motorbike.

“He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed, always remembered by all who knew him.”

Cops from the Serious Collision Investigation Team are continuing to investigate the crash to understand the full circumstances of the incident.

Any witnesses, those with dashcam footage, or any relevant information, have been urged to come forward.

Dorset Police have asked the members of the public to contact them online, via email at [email protected] or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260024369.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.