'Heartbroken' family pays tribute to 16-year-old Liam Mooney killed in crash
Tributes have been paid to a 16-year-old who died after falling off a moped during an incident involving a car which left the scene.
Relatives of Liam Mooney said they had been left heartbroken at his death in hospital on Tuesday.
The teenager is believed to have been a pillion passenger on a moped in Rocky Lane, Perry Barr, Birmingham, before suffering serious head injuries on Monday evening.
Police believe a silver car drove off following the incident.
In a statement issued through West Midlands Police, the victim's family said: "Liam was a bit of a joker and had a brilliant sense of humour.
"He was also so caring at times. He had not long became a uncle and loved his niece so much.
"We are so heartbroken and never thought this would happen to us.
"Liam was not just loved by his mom, dad, sisters and brothers but his nans, grandads, aunties, uncles and cousins. He will be sadly missed by everyone.
"Fly high our beautiful little angel. We love you so much, sleep tight. We will all be together again one day."
Commenting on the inquiry, Detective Inspector Adam Jobson said: "Liam was a teenager and should have had his life in front him.
"This is a devastating time for his family and they need answers about what happened on Monday night.
"We really need to speak to the car driver so they can tell us what went on and help us piece together the full circumstances. It's imperative we hear their side of the story."
