Mother pays tribute to ‘funny and genuine' son killed in motorcycle crash

The mother of a teenager who died in a traffic collision in Salford has paid tribute to her ‘funny and genuine son’.

Kaine Darby, 17, died along with a 16-year-old boy after the motorbike they were riding was in a collision on Lower Broughton Road at 8.20pm on 22 May 2025.

The families of both victims are being supported by specialist officers as our investigation into the incident continues.

The 24-year-old female driver of the car stayed at the scene to assist officers, and no arrests have been made.

In a tribute released via GMP, Danielle Hughes said: “Kaine was a loving, caring, funny and genuine son, brother and friend.

“I will miss you so much and so will your two little sisters who love you and looked up to you as their big brother.

“You were doing so well considering everything you have been through over the last few years.

“You were getting up each morning, going to college and doing everything you needed to do.

“As your mum, I had a bad feeling about this day, but you made your own decisions. I wish you didn’t on this day, but if you’re happy son, then so am I.

“I don’t condone the behaviour that has been going on at the scene since the accident - the spray-painting, vandalism and motorbikes riding round.

“This is not what Kaine would have wanted. We want peace and to remember Kaine calmly, surrounded by his loved ones.

“This has shocked the whole family. It was a tragic accident that should never have happened that I don’t want to tarnish Kaine’s legacy.

“Me and my family now wish for some privacy at this time.

“Kaine, I will do you proud son, just as I am proud of you. Big hugs, my G. Love you to the moon and back xxxx.”

Specialist collision investigators are appealing for information - anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam or doorbell footage should call our Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 3458 of 22/05/2025.

You can also call us on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk. Always dial 999 in an emergency.

Reports and concerns can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.