Family tribute to motorcyclist 'taken too soon'

Gloucestershire Police said the crash happened near the Thames Head Inn

The family of a motorcyclist who died in a crash have described him as someone who "lived life to the full".

Tony Stepp, 50, from South Cerney, died in a two-vehicle crash on the A433 Tetbury Road in Cirencester at around 09:15 BST on 5 October.

In a tribute, his wife Tina Stepp said the family was "heartbroken".

"We would like to thank all family and friends for all the love and support at this terrible time," she said.

Mr Step was an assistant manager at a local quarry and a keen motorcycle rider.

Ms Stepp said: "He was very passionate about motorbikes and anything with an engine. Everything Tony did he gave 110%.

"Tony was taken way too soon leaving a massive hole in our families’ and everyone’s life he had a part in."

'Massive hole'

His funeral will be held at Wootton Bassett crematorium on 26 October at 11:00 BST, and anyone who knew him is invited.

Ms Stepp added: "Tony was a loyal husband, father, son, brother, uncle, brother-in-law and son-in-law. He was one in a million; a provider and protector who lived for his family.

"He was thoughtful, caring, loving, the rock of our family, a joker, larger than life and loved by everyone.

"On behalf of the heartbroken family of Tony Stepp (Steppy) we would like to thank all family and friends for all the love and support at this terrible time."

Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Team are continuing their enquiries and asking anyone who witnessed the incident and who has not already spoken to police to come forward.

Additionally, they would like to hear from anyone with dashcam/CCTV footage or any information they feel may be relevant.