Mother of Salford teenager killed in motorbike crash pays tribute to son
Kailem Robinson, 16, died alongside 17-year-old Kaine Darby after their motorbike was involved in a collision with a car on Lower Broughton Road at around 8.20pm on Wednesday, May 22.
In a tribute released through Greater Manchester Police, Kailem's mum Jill described her son as a caring and popular boy who had a 'cheeky smile and infectious laugh'.
She said: 'Kailem was someone who was always polite; he was popular with everyone and would do anything to help people out.
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'He was known as the class clown in school, always making everyone laugh. He always had a passion for bikes from a young age and would help other kids on the street fix theirs.
'He was very lovable with me, always telling me he loved me.'
She said Kailem's death had 'shocked the community' and thanked residents of Lower Broughton for rallying around her family with flowers, donations and a GoFundMe page set up to help with funeral costs.
'Kailem's friends have been amazing, bringing shopping round and just being here trying to comfort me and give me some normality,' she said.
'Kailem will be missed by everyone – the reaction from the community has shown how loved he was by everyone who knew him.
'My life will never be the same again. He was my baby. I miss you, son.'
Both families are being supported by specialist officers as the investigation into the crash continues.
The 24-year-old woman who was driving the car remained at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries. No arrests have been made.
Specialist collision investigators are continuing to appeal for information. Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has dashcam or doorbell footage, is urged to contact GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 quoting incident number 3458 of 22/05/2025.
Information can also be shared via 101, LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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