THE families of two young men who died following a road traffic collision at Okehampton have paid tribute to them.

Officers were called at around 3.15am on Tuesday, December 17 to the B3260 following the incident involving a blue MG ZS.

The fire and ambulance services both also attended.

Twenty-year-old Alfie Abbott from Kingsteignton, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Fellow passenger Liam Shears, 18, from Chagford was taken to Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital but pronounced deceased prior to arrival.

Alfie’s family said: “Alfie Abbott, of Kingsteignton, Devon tragically died in a road traffic collision on Tuesday, December 17 2024.

“Alfie was a beloved son, brother and a great friend to many. He was the life and soul of every party and someone who will be sincerely missed.”

Liam’s family added: “Liam was a beloved son, brother, boyfriend and a great friend to many.”

Both families say they are grateful for the comfort and support which they have received and experienced over the past few days and respectfully request that family and friends are allowed to grieve in private at this very difficult time.

A 20-year-old man from Chagford was arrested on suspicion of driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs and causing death by dangerous driving.

He was dearrested and taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries. He has since been discharged and will attend a police interview in due course.

Officers from the Roads Policing Team are appealing for any witnesses in the area that may have seen the collision, or who may have any relevant dash camera or CCTV footage to come forward quoting police log 69 of 17 December 2024.

Devon and Cornwall Roads Policing Team would like to thank the public for their patience while the road was closed.