A Swindon motorcyclist who was killed in a crash with a van has been named by police.
53-year-old Desmond Clarke was riding his Honda bike when he was involved in a collision with a Ford Transit on the B4040 near Badminton, approximately five miles north of Castle Combe.
His partner Lucy paid tribute to him following the fatal crash on 13 November, describing him as “an amazing dad”.
“On Saturday my world was changed in a heartbeat, my loving partner of 31 years, an amazing dad to our three boys and an amazing Pops to our grandsons was tragically taken in motorcycle accident”, she said.
Adding: “My heart has shattered into 1,000 pieces and will never fit back in the same way.
“He will never be forgotten for the loving, kind, true gent that he was. Loved by so many. Forever in my heart, you will live on through us all.”
A tribute from his three sons and grandchildren reads: “We’ve lost our best mate, mentor, role model and our dad and Pops, no matter where we are we know you’re with us.
“We’re in disbelief that you are no longer. Love you, soldier on up there and ride forever.
“You’ll never walk alone. Love you Dad, love you Pops!”
Police continue to appeal for witnesses to the collision. If you can help, please call 101 and quote reference 5221267560.
