The mother of a teenager killed when his motorcycle collided with a car in Chatham has paid tribute to him, saying he was a wonderful son.

Ismael Martinan-Brittain, 19, died in the crash involving a black Ford Focus in Princes Avenue on Tuesday evening.

Ismael, who was 19 and from St Mary’s Island in Chatham, died at the scene near the junction with Heron Way.

In a statement released today, his mother Maria Brittain said: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic news that our wonderful son, Ismael Martinan-Brittain, has been killed in an incident on Princes Avenue, Chatham.

“Ismael was a good son who was dedicated to his loving family, his motorcycles and the gym.

“Ismael was born in Spain and moved to Gravesend at the age of three where he attended St Johns Primary School before moving onto St John Fisher for his secondary education.

“Ismael was a popular young man and made friends easily and still had close friends from his primary school.

“He was a loving son who kept family his priority in life and would do anything for his family and friends.

“We have had relatives travel from Spain to be with us at this tragic time.

"Ismael will be missed with a heavy heart everyday by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.”

Police have also revealed James Dye, 22, has been charged with causing causing death by careless driving, aggravated vehicle taking, and driving without a license and without insurance.

Dye, of Rainham Road in Gillingham, appeared before magistrates in Medway today and has been remanded in custody to appear at Maidstone Crown Court on Friday, February 2.

A second man, a 30-year-old from Rochester, remains on police bail while inquiries continue.

Friends of the family have set up a fundraising page to help his mother pay for Ismael’s funeral and hope to raise £2,500.

If you would like to donate, click here

Anyone who witnessed the incident and has not yet spoken to police is asked to call 01622 798538 or email sciu.td@kent,pnn.police.uk quoting reference DB/MS/002/18.