Tributes to 'beloved' grandad killed in taxi crash

Mr Putley seen here with his late sister Jeanette, who died three months ago

A family have paid an emotional tribute to a grandfather with a "vibrant personality" who was killed when a taxi he was travelling in crashed in Lancashire.

Wayne Putley, 50, was a rear seat passenger in the cab that collided with a Fiat Punto on Westgate, Morecambe, in the early hours of Sunday.

Mr Putley, who worked as a dry-stone wall builder in the Lake District, was pronounced dead in hospital despite efforts to save him.

A 22-year-old man has since been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death by driving while disqualified and causing death by driving while uninsured.

His family said: "We are deeply saddened to share the loss of Wayne Putley, a beloved son, brother, father-of-three and grandad.

"Wayne was known for his vibrant personality, his love of the outdoors, paddleboarding, and his skill as a dry stone waller in the Lake District.

"He was a talented DJ and brought joy through his weekly DJ sets for friends and family.

"His passing, just 12 weeks after losing his sister, has left a huge void in the lives of all who knew and loved him.

"Wayne's memory and legacy will live on in all of us."