Last updated at 09:03, Wednesday, 03 October 2012

The family of a motorcyclist who died in a crash involving a car at the junction of a village and one of the county's busiest roads last night have paid tribute to him.

Paul Fursey, 31, of Bolton Low Houses, suffered fatal injuries at the junction of the A66 at Great Broughton at about 11.25pm.

Mr Fursey was driving a Yamaha motorcycle received injuries and despite efforts by the paramedics, died at the scene.

Also involved was a MG Rover, the driver, a 23-year-old man from Dearham was taken to the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven with leg injuries.

The family of Mr Fursey said: “It is with great sadness that Paul has so tragically been taken from us.

"A keen motorcyclist for several years with a newly found passion for life. Paul who loved both home and work life will be sorely missed by his partner Kath, his mother and two brothers.”

Any witnesses are asked to come forward. Call police on 101.

First published at 09:01, Wednesday, 03 October 2012
Published by http://www.timesandstar.co.uk