THE family of a man who died after a crash in Salisbury have paid tribute to a “gentle giant with a heart of gold”.

Liam Rowe was riding a Kawasaki ZX motorbike towards Wilton at the junction of the A36 and Skew Road at around 11.10am on Sunday (November 16) when the crash occurred.

The motorcycle collided with a Skoda Enyaq and tragically, Liam was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

Now, in a moving tribute, his family said: “Liam was a gentle giant with a heart of gold.

“He enjoyed his music and loved singing. He was a carer who was very good with his clients.

“He loved going out with his dad on their motorbike rides and he liked spending time with his family and friends.

“Liam was a big kid when it came to Christmas. He absolutely adored the family cats and any other animals he came in contact with.

“The family are heartbroken. He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. His family want to be given their privacy to grieve.”

The driver of the Skoda, a woman in her 40s, was taken to hospital for treatment for reportedly minor injuries, a Wiltshire Police spokesperson said.

“No arrests have been made,” they added. “The road was closed to allow for enquiries to take place and has since reopened.”

Anyone who saw the crash or has any information, should contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597, quoting reference 103 of November 16, or email SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk.