Cyclist, 26, in fatal crash was 'witty and bright'

A cyclist who died in a crash has been described as "beloved, bright, witty and incredibly intelligent" by his family.

George Smith, 26, was riding his bike on The Avenue, near Salisbury in Wiltshire, at 17:45 BST on 4 July when a van travelling in the other direction collided with him.

An air ambulance was called but Smith, from Bemerton Heath near Salisbury, died from his injuries.

His family said they "don't have any answers yet as to how or why or what caused [the crash]" and have asked people not to speculate on social media.

A tribute signed by "Mum, Dad, Millie and Connor" has been released through Wiltshire Police.

They said: "It is with our hearts shattered that our beloved, bright, witty, incredibly intelligent son and brother George sadly lost his life in a collision on his bike.

"We would as a family like to give our heartfelt thanks to all of the paramedics, air ambulance and doctors who tried so hard to save him.

"Also a special thank you to the policeman who rushed us to scene. We cannot express our gratitude enough.

"George – you are so loved and always will be."

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