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Family tribute to dad who died after assault at motocross event

byDaniel Jae Webb
3 September 2024 | 1.25pm
Family tribute to dad who died after assault at motocross event
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A family have paid tribute to a dad who was who died after an assault at a motocross event.

Lee Starr, 38, was attacked while attending an event at Foxhill circuit, near Wanborough in Wiltshire, on 22 August.

The incident happened at about 9.15pm and Lee was later taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol, where he died from his injuries three days later.

Ben Starr, 34, of Woodside Avenue, Ripley, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent.

He has appeared at Swindon Magistrates’ Court and has been released on bail until his next appearance at Swindon Crown Court on 27 September.

Paying tribute, Lee’s family said: “Words cannot possibly even begin to convey the sense of shock and loss we feel.

“Lee was the best dad, husband, grandad, son and friend and was devoted to his family.

“Lee had loads of friends and he was loved by everybody; his friends would say ‘Everybody needs a little bit of Lee Starr in their life’. And they did. Lee was wise and always knew how to make things right.

“He was kind and soft, and he was my calm to my chaos. He brought light and joy to anyone who met him and now life will never be the same without him.

“Lee will live on through his three children and granddaughter and the many, many happy memories that have been shared with us.”

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