The “utterly devastated” family of a 13-year-old killed in a crash said his death “has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever”.

“Fun, bright, handsome, athletic and incredibly well-liked” Noah Campbell died in the collision in Bedfordshire on Friday night.

Two other teenage boys were taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries following the crash between a car, a bike and a scooter on Greenfield Road, Flitwick, at 11.50pm.

Noah’s family paid tribute to the teenager in a statement issued by Bedfordshire Police on Sunday.

It comes as a man and a woman were charged in connection with the collision.

Noah’s family said: “Noah was a fun, bright, handsome, athletic and incredibly well-liked boy.

“Above all else, he cherished spending time with his friends and family; they were the heart of his world.

“Noah was a talented and versatile sportsman. While football was his favourite sport — playing for many local teams — he was a gifted all-rounder who excelled in rugby, cricket and athletics. Outside of organised sports, Noah stayed active and adventurous; he loved challenging himself at the gym and spending time at the bike park.

“Some of his happiest memories were made enjoying attending Liverpool FC and Luton Town FC matches alongside his dad.

“We would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support during this incredibly difficult time.

“We are utterly devastated; Noah’s death has left a hole in our lives that will remain forever.”

Jamie Fountain, 24 and of Fir Tree Close in Flitwick, has now been charged with causing death by careless driving, and an additional charge of causing death by careless driving while over the legal limit for alcohol and drugs.

He was also charged with two counts of causing serious injury by careless driving in relation to the two other boys who were injured in the incident.

He has been further charged with failing to stop at the scene of an accident, failing to report an accident and conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

Ellie Ireland, 23, of Wingate Drive, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, has been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice.

They have both been remanded in custody to appear before Luton Magistrates’ Court on Monday, police said on Sunday.

Of the two other boys who were injured, one remains in hospital in a serious condition, while the other was treated for serious injuries and has been discharged.

Detective Sergeant Shona Searle, of the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire serious collision investigation unit, said: “This incident has sent shockwaves through the small community of Flitwick and the surrounding area, and we maintain a community policing presence around the scene for reassurance.

“While we understand the strong feeling associated with the loss of a young life, and the serious injury of others, we would ask that people do not speculate on the circumstances of the situation.

“The families of the victims, who we are supporting through family liaison officers, have requested that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.”