Cotswolds quad bike crash victim named as Grace Vater

Grace Vater, 22, died on Christmas Day as a result of her injuries

A woman who died after sustaining serious injuries in a quad bike crash has been named by police.

Grace Vater, known to many as Gracie, died on Christmas Day in Southmead Hospital, in Bristol.

The 22-year-old is believed to have fallen off the vehicle which overturned in Whitehouse Lane, Shipton Moyne, Gloucestershire shortly after 14:00 GMT on 23 December.

Her family said they are "totally devastated" by her loss.

In a statement, they added: "She was the most kind, caring and beautiful soul inside and out, and would help anybody that needed her help. She was loved by everyone who met her.

"A country girl with the biggest heart and a huge love for animals, especially dogs, pigs and cows.

"Our lives will never be the same without her, but we take comfort in knowing that Gracie is with her beloved dad. We ask that all of Gracie's family are given privacy during this horrific time."

Police said the crash happened in Whitehouse Lane, Shipton Moyne

Two men, aged 29 and 30, were arrested and bailed with conditions to return to police in February.

One is believed to have fled the scene on a quad bike and was later detained following a search involving a police helicopter.

One was detained on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, Gloucestershire Constabulary said.

The second man was also arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice, driving while under the influence of drugs, having no licence and no insurance.

Gloucestershire Constabulary said both men were from the Cotswolds. It confirmed it was making further enquires about the crash, which happened near Tetbury.

The force has urged anyone who witnessed the collision, or saw the quad bike being driven beforehand, to contact officers.