AN emotional tribute has been held for a young dad-to-be who was killed in Redditch.

Bradley Reuben died following a crash on Ravensbank Drive, Moons Moat Industrial Estate, in the early hours of last Wednesday.

The 22-year-old BMX enthusiast was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

It involved a supermoto motorcycle which is understood to have collided with a stationary DAF Truck.

Following the tragic incident a Facebook page was set up in Brad's memory and a celebration of his life, including a balloon release, was planned at Redditch Skatepark.

The special event took place on Saturday and saw hundreds of brightly coloured balloons released into the air.

Posting on Facebook, Redditch Skatepark said: "You we're loved by many Brad. You were a big part of us. Ride high Bro."

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Following his death hundreds posted on social media expressing their shock and sadness as well as paying their respects to Brad, well known in the Redditch skating community.

Ricki Phillips said: "Honestly can’t believe you gone bro, my first mate in first school and grew up riding BMX together, we use ride park and street everyday after school for years. Gone but the memory’s we shared will never be forgotten man. Ride in paradise bro."

Lewis Franks said: "Rest in peace pal you will be missed by many."

Luke Skeptic Macfadyen said: "Rest in peace geeza had some funny times back in the day. Used to tag the underpass up for us such a shame. Ride high."

Millie Bennett said: "Will truly be missed by many people Brad. Me and Jim will always miss our third musketeer but we will not let our memories disappear. We can’t. Sleep tight Brad until we see you again brother. Love you truly."

His partner Katy Suki also paid a loving tribute.

She said: "Rest in peace gorgeous. Loved seeing him giving a big cheesy smile.

"So glad to see how loved he is by everyone and the support from everyone, thank you all so much for remembering our Bradley."