Motorcycle crash victim was 'loving' dad-of-five

4 days ago

David McKennaEast Yorkshire & Lincolnshire

Gary Pidgley died at the scene after his motorcycle was involved in a collision with a van in Louth

Family photograph Family photograph of Gary Pidgley with his young son. Gary is wearing a red hoodie and is cuddling his son, who is holding a blanket and has a dummy in his mouth. — Gary Pidgley died at the scene after his motorcycle was involved in a collision with a van in Louth

The partner of a motorcyclist who was killed in a collision with a van has paid tribute to him, describing him as "selfless" and "loving".

Officers were called to reports of a collision on North Holme Road, Louth, at about 13:45 GMT on Tuesday.

Lincolnshire Police said Gary Pidgley, 48, who was from the Horncastle area, died at the scene.

In a statement, his partner, Tara Woods, said: "Gary, a father who had four daughters and a nine-month-old son, who he adored, was a very good friend, a loving father and wonderful partner to me."

"He was cheeky, with the best laugh and sense of humour," she said.

She added: "He was a selfless man and would do anything for anybody without hesitation.

"Gary was my person and I was his. We had so many plans. Our lives will never be the same. I love him so much and will forever miss him."

Witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage is asked to contact police.

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