Family pay tribute to Andover teenager
Motorcyclist Taylor Connors was killed in a collision with a van earlier this month
A tribute has been paid to a 'beloved son' following a fatal collision on the A30 south of Andover.
Police were called at 8.34pm on 9 June to a report of a collision on the junction of Windmill Hill Lane and the A30 near Leckford.
This involved a silver Volkswagen Transporter van and a blue Honda motorcycle.
Sadly the rider of the motorcyclist, 19-year-old Taylor Connors from Andover, died at the scene.
His family have now paid the following tribute to him:
"We lost our beloved son far too soon, and the pain of his absence is felt in every heartbeat. He was a bright light in our lives; charming, caring, and endlessly kind. His laughter filled our home, and his love touched everyone who knew him.
"He had a rare gift for making others feel seen and valued, and he carried that gift with quiet grace. He was a good friend and an even better Son, he loved all his family very much.
"Though his time with us was short, the memories he left will last forever. We will carry him with us always, in our thoughts, in our hearts, and in every moment of love we share.
"Rest peacefully, baby boy. You are forever loved."
Arrest
The driver of the van, a 45-year-old man from Alresford, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by driving without due care and attention whilst unfit through drink, causing death by driving without due care and attention whilst unfit through drugs, driving while unfit through drink, and driving while unfit through drugs.
He has been released on bail while further enquiries continue.
As part of the Police investigation into the circumstances surrounding this collision, Police would like to speak to any witnesses to the collision itself as well as anyone who saw either vehicle in the area before the collision.