Off-duty Cumbria Police officer Oliver Evans killed in crash

PC Oliver Evans' family said he was "a caring, loving and loyal individual"

An off-duty police officer who was killed in a crash on a rural road was "a caring, loving and loyal individual who was a true delight to be around", his family said.

PC Oliver Evans' motorbike was involved in a crash with a Peugeot van near Sedbergh in Cumbria on Monday at about 16:40 BST.

The 27-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene on the A683 at Middleton.

The man driving the van, who has not been named, was not hurt.

In a statement released through Cumbria Police, PC Evans' family said he was "a caring, loving and loyal individual who was a true delight to be around".

"He always had a story to tell, entertaining his family and friends with tales of his adventures, his smile and vibrant personality filling the room," they added.

"We are heartbroken by our loss, Oliver will be missed by so many, friends and colleagues alike, but his loss will especially be felt by his partner Holly, sister Ellie and parents Shirley and Simon."

PC Evans undertook training to become an authorised firearms officer

PC Evans was based in Cumbria Police's Mobile Support Group at Kendal.

Chief Constable Michelle Skeer said the officer was a "dedicated, professional officer who was well-liked by his colleagues".

"Any death within the police family hits us all hard but will have particular impact on those who knew and worked closely alongside Oli," she said.