The family of a man who died in a collision in Wilton at the weekend have paid tribute to his bright, witty nature.
George Smith, 26, of Bemerton Heath, was riding his bike southbound on The Avenue at approximately 5.45 pm on Saturday, July 4, when he was in collision with a MAN panel van travelling northbound.
Emergency services attended, but sadly George died as a result of his injuries.
In a tribute, his family said, “It is with our hearts shattered that our beloved, bright, witty, incredibly intelligent son and brother George sadly lost his life in a collision on his bike.
“We would as a family like to give our heartfelt thanks to all of the paramedics, air ambulance and doctors who tried so hard to save him.
“Also a special thank you to the policeman who rushed us to scene. We cannot express our gratitude enough.
“We don’t have any answers yet as to how or why or what caused it and would kindly ask not to have any speculation on social media.
“George - you are so loved and always will be xxxxx.
Mum, Dad, Millie and Connor.”
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