Dad of three who died after motorcycle collision named as Lee Bowling

The “passionate” motorcyclist and father of three was described as a "careful rider" by his family.

Police said Mr Bowling had been riding his red Lexmoto motorbike along Herringthorpe Valley Road at 11.40pm on Tuesday, April 4. when he left the road and hit a a traffic light near the junction with Mowbray Street.

In a tribute, his family said: “Since hearing the devastating news of Lee’s tragic passing, it has turned all our lives upside down. 

“We are left with one question: 'Why?'

“Lee was the most polite man you could ever wish to mee,t with a heart so kind and pure. He would do anything for anyone.

“Lee was a devoted family man, partner and dad to three children. 

“Lee has always had a passion for motorbikes and he’s always been a very careful rider. 

“We are asking if anyone knows anything from this night, whether it be big or small, please come forward and give us the closure we all need.

“Lee will be forever missed. Our lives will never be the same again.” 

Police are trying to trace the driver of a silver vehicle that was in the area at the time and who may have seen Mr Bowling before the collision.

Anyone who can help trace the driver of this vehicle, or witnessed the bike prior to the collision, can report information through South Yorkshire Police’s online portal or by calling 101. 

Officers are also keen to hear from anyone with CCTV, dash-cam or doorbell footage that captured either vehicle. This can be emailed to [email protected].

The incident number to quote is 1134 of April 4.