First picture of boy, 13, found dead after e-bike fire

Coby Keogh perished in the blaze on Redcar Road (Picture: Blackpool Police)

Tributes have been paid to a teenage boy who was killed in a housefire sparked by an e-bike.

Coby Keogh, 13, died from his injuries in hospital five days after the fire broke out at 9.30am on Tuesday.

A 19-year-old man also rescued from the property in Redcar Road, Blackpool remains in a serious condition.

Blackpool Police said: ‘We told you last week about a house fire in Blackpool and we have a sad update to bring you.

‘Our thoughts are with Coby’s loved ones at this time, and they are being supported by specially trained officers. A file will be prepared for HM Coroner.

‘An investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing between police and the fire and rescue service and there is no third-party involvement.

‘At this time, we believe the fire was started by an e-bike.’

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