TRIBUTES have been paid to an “amazing” 18-year-old dad who died when the car he was travelling in plunged into a sewage treatment pit.
Taylor Lupton died after the VW Golf he in veered off a main road and crashed into a wastewater ditch on Sunday morning.
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Taylor Lupton, 18, died after the car he was travelling in plunged into a sewage pitCredit: Facebook
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Tributes have been paid to the teenager following his deathCredit: © YappApp
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The horror crash took place in Castleford, West YorkshireCredit: YappApp
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Emergency crews attending the scene on SundayCredit: YappApp
Emergency services found the father-of-one just yards from the car, which was partially submerged in the oxidation tank.
A man and a woman, both 21, were rescued and arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Loved ones, including Taylor’s girlfriend Megan Carswell, paid emotional tributes to the “sweet” teenager on social media.
Megan posted on Facebook: “I don’t even know where to begin, never in a million years I would’ve thought I’d be writing this message.
“You were my absolute world and you made me a better person, you taught me how to love myself.
“I love you so much and I will miss you so much more, I really wish things could be different and you could be sat with me right now.
“It can’t be put into words how devastated I am right now, I hope to make you proud and you will always be in my mind and heart.”
Kyra Reid posted on the platform: “RIP Taylor Lupton, you crazy sweet soul.
“It’s crazy to think three hours before you were out dancing and smiling with us all, having fun, telling us how happy you are.
“Will miss you more than words can say.”I am forever grateful to have millions of amazing memories with you over the years doing life together.”
Courtney Leake added: “You’re an amazing man, Tay, and everyone else thought so too.
“Never had a dull moment with you . Rest in peace Taylor Lupton we love you.”
Magi Smith wrote: “The world is such a cruel place to live.
“You had your whole life ahead of you.
“You really did light up any room you walked in to.”
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Taylor LuptonCredit: Facebook