THE FAMILY of a 19-year-old man from Andover who died in a crash on the A30 has released a tribute.

Taylor Connors died when a silver Volkswagen Transporter van and a blue Honda motorcycle crashed at the junction of Windmill Hill Lane and the A30 near Leckford at around 8.34pm on June 9.

His family said the pain of his absence is “felt in every heartbeat”.

The van driver, 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.

He has been released on bail while further enquiries continue.

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In a tribute, Taylor’s family said: “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.”

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary are keen to speak to any potential witnesses as part of their investigations into the crash.

A spokesperson said: “We would like to speak to any witnesses to the collision itself as well as anyone who saw either vehicle in the area before the collision.

“We would particularly like to speak to anyone with relevant dashcam footage.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call 101 using reference 44250252666 or to report online via www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/