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.

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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)