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Tributes lay at scene to 'kind hearted' Josh Bradley who tragically died in Cannock crash

Tributes of flowers, balloons and heartfelt messages have been left at the scene of a fatal Cannock crash.

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Tributes are continuing to grow at the scene of a tragic crash on Norton Road that saw a man sadly lose his life. 

The incident took place at around 6.30pm on Sunday, April 6, and saw a blue BMW collide with a wall on Norton Road, Heath Hayes, on its junction with Hednesford Road. 

Fatal crash scene Heath Hayes, Cannock Chase crematorium.
Fatal crash scene Heath Hayes, Cannock Chase crematorium.

The driver was taken to hospital by West Midlands Ambulance Service personnel, however, he sadly died on Monday morning. 

Now, tributes dozens of tributes of photographs, letters, balloons and heartfelt messages have been placed at the scene near where the crash took place, with the man being named locally as the 'kind-hearted' Josh Bradley.

Tributes to Josh Bradley
Tributes to Josh Bradley

One of the messages read: "R.I.P Mr Josh Bradley. You were such a kind-hearted, well-manned young lad. 

"It was our pleasure to first meet you."

Josh Bradley has been described as "kind hearted" and "well mannered"
Josh Bradley has been described as "kind hearted" and "well mannered"

A number of motorcycle helmets also lie at the scene, showing Josh's joy for motocross. 

Another tribute read: "Rest in peace, Josh. My heart goes out to your family. 

"I didn't really know you well, but we both had a love for cars, and that's how I knew you."

Flowers and balloons have been left at the scene
Flowers and balloons have been left at the scene

Emergency services were quick on the scene of the crash, with Staffordshire Police quickly launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. 

A Staffordshire Police spokesperson said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who was travelling in the area with any information or dashcam footage which could help collision investigators.

"Call us on 101, quoting incident 583 of April 6, or message us using Live Chat on our website. 

Tributes to Josh Bradley
Tributes to Josh Bradley

"You can also get in touch with collision investigators directly by emailing ciu@staffordshire.police.uk" 

Josh's family are said to be receiving support from specially trained officers at this sad time. 

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