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Loving tributes have been paid to ‘a true gentleman’ 18-year-old who died in a single-car collision near Lostwithiel.

Family of Kyle James Marshall Endean say he ‘brought light and kindness wherever he went’.

Kyle was in a blue Mini Cooper which left an unnamed road between Lerryn and Lostwithiel and collided with a wall at around 9.45pm on Saturday 20 September.

The car was located off the road on fire.

Tragically, Kyle, pictured, and the other occupant, the owner of the vehicle, aged in his 20s, died at the scene.

Kyle’s family said: “Darren and Stella Endean tragically lost their beloved 18-year-old son Kyle, in a single car road traffic collision on Saturday night 20 September 2025.

“Kyle had not long finished work when the collision had occurred.

“Kyle was one of those rare souls who brought light and kindness wherever he went.

“Gentle, thoughtful and endlessly respectful, he was a true gentleman in every sense - someone who listened deeply, cared genuinely and made people feel valued.

“His warmth, quiet confidence and generous spirit left a mark on everyone who met him.

“Kyle’s loss is immeasurable, and he will be profoundly missed by all who had the honour of knowing him.

“In these first few days please consider the consequences of any speculation to why this tragic incident occurred as there are two families grieving the loss of two young men.

“The Endeans would like to state they offer their sincere condolences to the family of the other young man involved. 

“Darren, Stella, Kyle's sister Amy, his girlfriend Ava, and the rest of the family are making the first hard steps following this awful news and are kindly asking for space to grieve without interruption. 

“The Endean family will issue a further update when they are ready.

“Rest in eternal peace, Kyle.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information regarding it, in particular relevant dashcam footage, are asked to contact us on 101 or via our website  here  quoting log 792 of 20/09/2025.