Tributes paid to couple killed in Redruth crash

Michael "Mick" Page and Elizabeth Gillian Page, better known as Gill, died at the scene of the crash in Redruth

The family of a husband and wife who died after a road traffic collision in Redruth have paid tribute to them.

Michael "Mick" Page and Elizabeth Gillian Page, better known as Gill, died at the scene after the single-vehicle crash on Southgate Street, Redruth, at about 13:20 BST on Monday.

Members of the family of the couple, who lived locally, said: "Mick and Gill were loved, admired and respected by so many; family, friends and neighbours.

"They were married for 55 years and stood by each other through thick and thin."

The tributes added: "Gill, a devoted wife with a huge and unceasing sense of duty and caring towards her husband.

"Mick trained as a mechanical engineer with British Rail and, before his retirement, was working at RNAS Culdrose Helston.

"Everyone loved being around him because of his innate and persistent sense of humour.

"They were loved by so many and will both be sorely missed".

Police have appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage of the crash to come forward.