Tributes to Rustington teenager killed in motorbike accident on the A27

India Buchanan died in hospital on Monday after suffering serious injuries in a motorcycle accident on the A27 in Salvington.

The 17-year-old from Rustington was a passenger on a motorcycle. A 25-year-old man who was driving the motorcycle was seriously injured.

Last night family and friends stood with their motorcycles at the scene of the Crockhurst Hill incident to commemorate India.

Floral tributes were left at Crockhurst Hill (Image: Sussex News and Pictures)

A motorcycle helmet and flowers were attached to a lamp post along with notes commemorating India.

Sam Byrne, India’s aunt, shared pictures of the bikes and floral tributes on Facebook.

She added: “She was loved by so many.”

Another relative, Kimberley Hills, shared photos of India alongside a heartfelt tribute. She wrote: “Sleep tight my beautiful angel.

“You were so kind, caring and such a beautiful soul. You were gone way too soon. We love you so much.”

India Buchanan, 17, died on Monday (Image: Facebook)

People from all over Sussex have paid tribute to India.

Philip Strevens, of Shoreham, said: “A good friend of mine will miss you forever Indy rest well.”

Dennis Stoner, from Worthing, said: “My thoughts are with family and friends at this sad time.”

Brighton’s Helen Simmons said: “Rest in peace angel, taken too soon.”

On Saturday, Sussex Police said their next of kin were being assisted by specially trained officers.

The force was asked for comment.