Beaconsfield A355 fatal crash: floral tributes left at the scene

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Floral tributes have been left at the side of a roundabout after the death of a 'beautiful' 15-year-old girl.

Flowers and balloons are among the items that have been placed at the side of the A355 near Beaconsfield following a fatal crash on Friday.

Police were called at around 9.20pm after reports that a white Toyota Yaris, a grey Toyota Hilux and a motorbike had crashed across both carriageways.

The passenger on the motorbike, a 15-year-old girl, who has been named locally in tributes online and at the scene as Lexi Catlin, died at the scene.

Photos and ornaments have also been left on a roundabout between Amersham Road and Beaconsfield Eastern Relief Road.

Floral tributes left at fatal crash scene (Image: NQ)

Community members have shared comments and tributes to the teenager, saying they are 'heartbroken'.

She has been described as "lovely", "polite" and "friendly" by Tracey Clothier.

Natalie Wilcox wrote: "She was a beautiful young lady.

"Who touched so many hearts.

"Beautiful to see so many show up for her and her family so pay their respects."

The rider of the motorbike, a 16-year-old boy from Beaconsfield, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Two further people who were in the vicinity of the incident, also riding a motorbike, a 16-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl, both from High Wycombe, have been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Lead investigating officer, DS Oliver Cahill-Smith, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Firstly, I would like to share my sincere condolences with the family of the girl who has sadly died as a result of this collision.

“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to please get in touch.

“I would also like to ask anyone who was driving in the area prior to the collision to review their dash-cam footage, as it may contain information that could assist our investigation.”

The force added: "Anyone with information can call 101 or make an online report via our website, quoting reference number 43260125160.

"You can also upload footage to our online portal - https://unitedkingdom1cpp-portal.digital-policing.co.uk/serip/appeal/fatal-road-collision

"If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website."

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