Devastated family’s tribute to ‘loving’ dad Ian Morris who has died after being hit by car in Thirsk

A North Yorkshire family have shared their heartbreak after losing their "loving" dad and grandad, Ian Morris.

71-year-old Ian Morris was sadly pronounced dead at the scene of a fatal crash in Thirsk^[1] this week. On Wednesday, June 28, Ian was hit by a car on his bicycle around 2.30pm. The incident happened on the A6055 at the Leeming Lane junction with Stapley Lane, near Pickhill.

The road was closed for some time while an investigation was carried out. A woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Ian's family have paid tribute to him. They said: "We are absolutely devastated by the loss of Ian. He was a loving husband, dad, and grandfather, a well-known and loved member of the Bedale area who loved both his golfing and cycling."

North Yorkshire Police^[3] are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage as part of a fatal collision investigation in the Thirsk area. Anyone who saw the collision, can recall the manner of driving of any of the vehicles involved, or motorists with relevant dash-cam footage, are asked to email [email protected] quoting reference number 12230119541.

References

1. ^{^} Thirsk (www.examinerlive.co.uk)
2. ^{^} The moment Lesley Molseed’s killer was finally caught after 31 years (www.examinerlive.co.uk)
3. ^{^} North Yorkshire Police (www.examinerlive.co.uk)