Tributes paid to Harley Patterson after his death in A19 collision near Hartlepool
Tributes have been paid to a teenager after he died following a single-vehicle collision.
Relatives say 17-year-old Harley Patterson will be “sadly missed” after his death on the outskirts of Hartlepool.
The southbound A19 was closed between its junctions with the A179 and the A689 following the incident at around 11.15pm on Saturday, December 13, near the Elwick turn off.
Cleveland Police initially said the driver of the Ford C-Max was pronounced dead at the scene after suffering “significant head injuries”.
Confirming his identity on Monday afternoon, they said Harley was “from the County Durham area”.
In a statement released through the police, his family said: “Harley was a much-loved son, brother and grandson and he will be sadly missed.”
Cleveland Police added: “Our thoughts remain with Harley’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.
“Anyone who may have witnessed the incident, or anyone who may have dash cam footage, is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting reference number 238211.