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Man Remanded as Murder Inquiry Advances After Teen’s E-Bike Death

Enhanced patrols on the Langley estate serve to reassure residents during the murder inquiry before the suspect’s July 28 Crown Court hearing.

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Overview

  • Devon Simmonds-Caines, 15, died on July 22 when the e-bike he was riding collided with a car on Rowrah Crescent, prompting a murder probe.
  • Terrence King, 59, of Middleton, has been charged with his murder and was remanded in custody ahead of his appearance at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court on July 28.
  • Greater Manchester Police have stepped up extra patrols on the Langley estate and stressed there is no wider public threat as the inquiry continues.
  • Officers have urged the public not to share online footage purportedly showing events before the crash to protect the investigation’s integrity and respect the grieving family.
  • Devon’s family described him as a bubbly person who cared deeply for others and appealed for a calm, respectful remembrance as specialist liaison officers support them.