Girlfriend of Devoted Dad Killed in Quinton Crash Pays Tribute After Leaving Hospital
Amelia Brookes, the girlfriend of a devoted father-of-two who tragically died in a car crash in Birmingham, has paid a heartfelt tribute to him after being discharged from hospital. Lee Bowden, 27, lost his life after the vehicle he was travelling in with Amelia collided with a tree on Ridgacre Road in Quinton.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The fatal accident occurred around 12:15 am on Saturday, March 21, leaving family and friends devastated. Amelia Brookes, aged 18, was injured in the crash but has since been released from medical care. Today, she shared moving words about Lee, describing him as the love of her life.
She said, "He was the love of my life and made me and everyone in his life so happy. He always put everyone else first and anyone that knew him would agree his heart was so pure." Lee, who was said to live in Bilston, is remembered for his selfless nature and joyful presence.
Community Mourning and Tributes
Heartbroken mourners have gathered at the site of the crash to lay flowers and remember Lee. Among the tributes was a bouquet with a card from his two daughters, Ella and Millie, which read, "I love you so much daddy. Love, your beautiful girls, Ella and Millie."
His friend Gabby Marks, 24, from Shard End, added, "He was very loving towards his kids, he always put them first. He was there to lean on when you were upset. He was an outgoing person and he loved his girlfriend Amelia." These sentiments highlight Lee's dedication as a father and partner.
Police Investigation and Appeal
West Midlands Police are actively investigating the incident and have issued an appeal for information. The force stated, "We're carrying out enquiries to establish exactly what happened and we'd ask anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage to contact us."
They provided contact details: via Live Chat on their website, by calling 101 and quoting log 46 of 21/3/26, or directly emailing the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at sciu@westmidlands.police.uk. This appeal aims to gather crucial evidence to understand the circumstances of the crash.
The community continues to rally in support, with ongoing tributes and remembrances for Lee Bowden, a beloved figure whose loss is deeply felt by all who knew him.
