Family pay tribute to father who died in Nazeing street

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Jimmy Moore was described as "a man’s man" by his family

A father-of-four found dead in a residential street last month has been described as "the greatest dad" by his family.

Jimmy Moore, 33, died in Palmers Grove in Nazeing in Essex at about 07:15 BST on 25 September.

Robert Crabtree, 33, of Palmers Grove, Nazeing has been charged with murder and possession of an offensive weapon.

In a statement, Mr Moore's wife said he was "the best husband, son and brother".

"He was the greatest dad to his four children," she added.

She said: "He will be missed by so many but his family will never be the same without him."

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Essex Police attended the incident on 25 September in Nazeing

His mum, dad, and sister also said: "He was very hardworking and was a protective big brother - one in a million who we were so proud of."

Mr Crabtree is next due to appear at Chelmsford Crown Court on 25 October.

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