Inquest opens into death of 19-year-old Andover motorcyclist

Taylor Connors, 19, died in a collision with a van at 8.34pm on June 9 at the junction of Windmill Hill Lane and the A30 near Leckford. His family have paid tribute the following tribute to him: "He was a bright light in our lives; charming, caring, and endlessly kind. His laughter filled our home, and his love touched everyone who knew him.

"He had a rare gift for making others feel seen and valued, and he carried that gift with quiet grace. He was a good friend and an even better Son, he loved all his family very much. "Though his time with us was short, the memories he left will last forever.

We will carry him with us always, in our thoughts, in our hearts, and in every moment of love we share. "Rest peacefully, baby boy. You are forever loved."

The driver of the van, a 45-year-old man from Alresford, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by driving without due care and attention whilst unfit through drink, causing death by driving without due care and attention whilst unfit through drugs, driving while unfit through drink, and driving while unfit through drugs.

Speaking at Winchester Coroner's Court, area coroner Rosamund Rhodes-Kemp gave the cause of death as multiple injuries through a road traffic collision.

The full inquest into Taylor Connors' death will take place on April 21 next year.