Family tribute to motorcyclist who died near Basingstoke

Police continue to appeal for witnesses

Author: Jonathan RichardsPublished 30th Oct 2023
Last updated 30th Oct 2023

A family have paid tribute following a fatal collision on Aldermaston Road near Basingstoke on Thursday, 19 October.

The collision, which happened at around 5.50pm, occurred in between Basingstoke and Tadley.

Sadly, 52-year-old Craig Long, was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family are being supported by specialist officers and have now made the following tribute to him:

“Craig was taken far too soon. He will be missed greatly by his wife, children, family and friends.”

Witnesses

Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision, or the events leading up to it, and in particular anyone who has dashcam footage which may assist our enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, using the reference 44230428949.

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