Friends and family mourn death of young motorcycle rider

Heartbroken friends of a young man killed in a motorcycle crash at Caboolture have paid tribute to a “kind soul”.

Friends and family are mourning the loss of a young man who died in a motorcycle crash at Caboolture last night.

Ryan Hamilton, 29, is understood to have tragically died after he crashed his black motorcycle into a drain while riding along Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture, around 6.30pm.

It is understood Ryan Hamilton, pictured here with partner Bethany Cadman, died after a horror motorcycle crash in Caboolture last night. Picture: Facebook

The former Aspley State High School student is understood to have worked for a north Brisbane tree-lopping service and leaves behind partner Bethany Cadman.

“My heart hurts,” Ms Cadman wrote today.

“I lost my soulmate and my best friend … RIP my love.”

Ryan Hamilton, 29, sadly died last night when his motorcycle crashed into a drain. Picture: Facebook

Friends have taken to social media today to share their devastation.

“Rest in peace buddy, you’re sure gonna be missed,” said Tom Bradfield.

“He was a good man and a kind soul. R.I.P brother,” said Nick Richards.

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Police and paramedics provided first aid to Mr Hamilton, however he died on scene a short time later.

Officers from the Forensic Crash Unit are continuing investigations.