Tribute to teenager killed in Altrincham hit-and-run crash

Marcus Simmons-Allen had plans to pursue an engineering career, his mother said

A teenager who was killed in a hit-and-run crash was a "truly fab son who would help anybody", his mother said.

Marcus Simmons-Allen, 18, was struck by a Volkswagen Scirocco on George Richards Way in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, on 10 October.

Paula Allen said her son was hoping to become an engineer, adding: "Our lives are in tatters."

Connor Matthews, 22, of Portland Road, Stretford, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving.

Ms Allen said: "Marcus was a truly fab son. He was loving, caring, polite, and would help anybody.

"He was a popular lad who left a mark with everybody who had the pleasure of meeting him. He had a great group of friends, who he shared plenty of laughs and fun."

She thanked emergency services who treated him, saying: "You gave us the time to say goodbye to our precious son."