Two teenagers seriously injured after moped crashes into wall in Leek

The 17-year-olds were taken to hospital via air ambulance

Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 29th Sep 2026

Two 17-year-old boys have suffered potentially life-changing injuries after a moped crashed into a wall in Leek.

Police were called to the A53 in Ladderedge at around 5.30pm on Monday (28 September) following reports of a collision.

A grey Yamaha TMAX moped with the two boys on board was involved.

Both teenagers suffered potentially life-changing injuries and were taken to hospital by air ambulance.

Police are appealing for anyone who saw the collision or has CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to come forward.

Reports can be made by calling 101 quoting incident number 671 of 28 September.

Anonymous calls can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.