Over the years, Channel 4 viewers have been entertained by Gogglebox stars Lee Riley and Jenny Newby. Thanks to their hilarious relationship, the best friends have become one of the show's best-loved couples over the years.
20.02.2023 - 18:09 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The family of a 14-year-old boy who died in a police pursuit have said ‘losing Leo has been a living hell’.
Leo Ryan Gradwell died after he crashed a stolen Fiat 500 hatchback which collided with a Kia Sportage SUV — and then a Renault Clio — on Asthon Road in Golborne. He was one of three teens in the car, which was taken in an armed robbery the day before.
Last week, an inquest into his death confirmed that one of the occupants ‘filmed’ the pursuing police car, which engaged in a ‘lawful’ chase. It was also said that Leo was not involved in the robbery of the Fiat.
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Leo died on October 11, 2019, in Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. The teen, from Platt Bridge, was taken there from Royal Albert Edward Infirmary in Wigan, following the smash.
His cause of death was ‘unsurvivable’ head injuries, which led to doctors switching off life support. Now, his mum Kirsty and older sister Alishia have spoken of the pain of their loss, as their loved one should have turned 18 in the last few days.
The pair each have penned an emotional tribute to their son and brother, which the Manchester Evening News is choosing to publish in full below.
"Leo was always a happy, cheeky boy growing up, with an infectious personality and smile. He always had a way to brighten up your day. Leo was always loving to his brother and sisters; he was such a caring boy. He always said he loved me, even in front of his friends, or after asking for some money.
"His friendship group will never be the same; his friends miss him daily. Always making everyone laugh, he never failed to cheer up your day. Even if he was being a pain at times, he was still hilarious,
Over the years, Channel 4 viewers have been entertained by Gogglebox stars Lee Riley and Jenny Newby. Thanks to their hilarious relationship, the best friends have become one of the show's best-loved couples over the years.
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