A 17-YEAR-OLD boy killed in a horror smash has been named with his family paying tribute to their much-loved son.

       Brae Bull died after the car he was travelling in crashed into a tree just before midnight on July 21, near Bosty Lane in Aldridge, Walsall.

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       Brae Bull, 17, died after the car he was travelling in smashed into a tree Credit: West Midlands Police

       It’s thought traffic officers spotted the vehicle moments earlier and there was a short pursuit.

       Cops gave initial medical assistance, including CPR, at the scene until paramedics from the West Midlands Ambulance Service arrived.

       But Brae sadly died at the scene after succumbing to his injuries.

       His family have how released a photograph of Brae as well as a moving tribute which said: “As a family we are truly heartbroken from the tragic passing of Brae.

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       “Our beautiful son touched the hearts of so many people, he was a polite, cheeky and loveable boy who was taken from us far too soon. He was greatly loved and will be deeply missed by us all.”

       Three other people, a 16-year-old boy and two men aged 21 and 22 were rushed to hospital and their conditions are not thought to be life-threatening.

       West Midlands Police confirmed there was a "short police pursuit."

       The incident was referred to the IOPC who following a review have asked for a local investigation from the force's Professional Standards Department (PSD).

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       Cops said they will be reviewing in car and body worn video footage as part of their investigation.

       Detective Sergeant Julie Lyman, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “The investigation is still ongoing.

       "Our thoughts remain firmly with Brae’s family and we continue to support them through this difficult time.

       “I ask for any witnesses who have not already spoken with police to come forward, which also includes anyone with dashcam footage, ring doorbell or CCTV footage to get in touch with us."