A bereaved mum described her son as her 'rock' in a tribute after he was fatally injured in a crash in Wigan

A mum has paid tribute to her “beloved” son who died after his motorbike crashed into a bus in Wigan.

Luke Hill, 28, was seriously injured in the collision at the junction of Wigan Road and Alexandra Road, Ashton, at 11.55pm on Thursday, August 6 and died in hospital the following morning.

In a moving statement released via police, his mum Sharon said: “Luke was my son, my rock and a much-loved part of our family. There are simply no words to describe the pain of losing a son, especially in such a tragic way.

“It still doesn’t feel real. I keep expecting this terrible nightmare to end and for you to be here with us again.

“Luke was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and grandson. He meant so much to so many people, and he will be deeply missed by all his family and friends.

“We miss you more than words could ever say. The pain of losing you is something we will carry with us forever, but so will the love and memories you gave us.

“The whole family is deeply saddened by this heartbreaking loss. We kindly ask that everyone respects our privacy and allows us the time and space we need to grieve.

“You will never be forgotten, Luke.

“We love you and miss you so much.”

Police said the bus driver remained at the scene of the collision and is supporting the investigation.

Officers are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to the moments leading up to this incident, or anyone who has mobile phone or dash cam footage, to come forward.

Contact police on 0161 856 4741 or use Live Chat at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 4225 of August 6, or call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.