Teenagers who died in crash between motorcycle and van named

Two teenagers who died following a crash in North Lanarkshire have been named.

Derek Paton, 19, and Leon Fitzpatrick, 18, both from Wishaw, died after a crash involving a van and an off-road motorcycle on Thursday.

The incident took place at around 4.30pm near the town’s Waverley Drive.

Derek, who was pronounced dead at the scene, was the rider and Leon a pillion passenger in the motorcycle.

The 18-year-old was taken to Wishaw General Hospital where he later died from his injuries.

A 34-year-old man, the driver of the white Volkswagen Crafter van, also suffered minor injuries.

Police say enquires are ongoing into the incident and asked anyone with information can call them on 101.

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