Two Young Men Die in Okehampton Vehicle Collision

Tributes have been offered for two young men who lost their lives in a vehicle collision on a road in Devon. Devon and Cornwall Police reported that the incident, involving a blue MG ZS, occurred at approximately 03:15 GMT on Tuesday on the B3260 in Okehampton. On Friday, the police force identified the two deceased individuals as 20-year-old Alfie Abbott from Kingsteignton and Liam Shears, 18, from Chagford. Both were described by their families as “beloved sons.” Authorities also stated that a 20-year-old man from Chagford, who had been arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs and causing death by dangerous driving, has since been de-arrested and is scheduled to attend a police interview in due course. In a tribute to Mr. Abbott, who was pronounced dead at the scene, his family stated: “Alfie was a beloved son, brother and a great friend to many.” They added, “He was the life and soul of every party and someone who will be sincerely missed.” The family of Mr. Shears, who died while being transported to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, shared: “Liam was a beloved son, brother, boyfriend and a great friend to many.” A police spokesperson confirmed that an appeal for witnesses to the crash remains active, and anyone with information is requested to contact the investigating officers.