Tributes paid to man killed in Bristol crash

Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident

Paul Tucker's daughter says "some may say" he was funny
Author: James DiamondPublished 5th Jan 2023

The family of a man, killed in a car crash in Bristol last month have paid tribute to him, calling him a "loving and caring" father.

Paul Tucker, who was 59, died after being hit by a car on Antona Driver in Shirehampton, in the early hours of Sunday 11 December.

A man in his 60s and a woman in her 50s have since been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and failing to stop following a road traffic collision and have been released under investigation.

Paul's daughter, Danielle, said: "He was a loving, caring and, some may say, funny man.

"He suffered two strokes at the beginning of last year, but the new year was looking promising.

"He was due to start back at work this month following his recovery, which he was so looking forward to.

"He was also looking forward to spending Christmas with his family and his two grandchildren."

Danielle added that he will be missed "so much and by so many" and has now been reunited with their mum.

Avon and Somerset Police say their thoughts are with his family as they look for witnesses who may have seen the incident.

Anyone who has information is asked to call 101 and quote the reference number 5222295957.

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