Family pay tribute to grandfather ‘with a heart of gold’ after biker killed in Derbyshire collision
A man has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and drug driving following a fatal collision in Derbyshire.
Emergency services were called to reports of a collision involving a red Triumph Tiger motorbike and a white Ford Transit van in Leathersley Lane in Scropton just after 8.20 am on Sunday, June 28.
The motorbike rider has been pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the Transit van, a 34-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and drug driving.
He has since been released on bail while enquiries continue.
Now Derbyshire police have named the bike rider as Len Bolshaw, 66, and the biker’s family have paid tribute to husband, father and grandfather with a ‘heart of gold’ who has left a ‘massive hole’ in their lives.
In the tribute, Len’s family said: "Len was a huge character with a heart of gold, always happiest when he was with people and motorbikes.
“He was an amazing husband, father, grandfather and good friend to many.
“His tragic sudden loss has left a massive hole in all our lives, one that can never be filled.”
A spokesperson for Derbyshire police said: “Len’s family are being supported by specialist officers and our thoughts go out to them at this extremely difficult time.”
Detectives have been following a number of lines of enquiry since the collision but are also keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed it.
They would also like to hear from anyone with dash cam of either of the involved vehicles prior to the incident.
Anyone who can help is asked to contact Derbyshire police with reference 26*377791:
Website – use the online contact form; Facebook – send a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page; or phone – call 101.
You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.