Family tribute to Lancashire crash death man
79 year old Tony Hindle died after a collision involving his motorbike at Forton on Thursday
Family of a 79 year old man who died after a crash involving his motorbike at Forton on Thursday afternoon (21st May) have paid tribute to him.
Tony Hindle's bike and a JCB had a collision on Hollins Lane, he suffered serious head and chest injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A family tribute's been released by Lancashire Police:
"Originally from Clitheroe, Tony attended Clitheroe Royal Grammar School and had a PHD in Ergonomics. His entire 30 year career was spent as a Senior Lecturer at Lancaster University.
"Tony, who resided in Cabus, was the producer for the Garstang Gadabouts, a theatrical performance group. He leaves behind his loving wife of 57 years, Christine, his sister Sheila, daughter Penny, sons Giles and Adam, as well as six grandchildren and a great grandchild.
"We would like to thank family and friends for their ongoing support and would also like to thank Lancashire Police and North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) for their care and dignified response throughout the incident."
The JCB driver - a man aged 22 from Scorton - was not hurt. Police arrested him on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and drug driving, but he's been released since pending further enquiries.
Lancashire Police's Sgt Martin Wilcock said, "Our enquiries are continuing into the collision and we are piecing together exactly what happened.
"Did you see the incident but haven’t yet spoke to us? Do you have any dash cam footage? If so, please speak to us immediately."
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