'You were the best dad' - heartbreaking tribute to motorcyclist killed in smash

Andrew Robson, 29, died following a four-vehicle collision in County Durham shortly after 7.30pm on Sunday. A pedestrian was also injured in the crash

Heartfelt messages have poured in for a man tragically killed in a collision on Sunday night.

Andrew Robson died following a crash involving four vehicles just after 7.30pm, where he was riding a motorbike. Despite CPR efforts by paramedics at the scene, Andrew, 29, was declared dead shortly after. The incident also resulted in injuries to a pedestrian. A 17 year old boy has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has since been released pending further investigations.

Danielle, Andrew's devastated partner, has paid a poignant homage to "her handsome man". Overwhelmed with grief, she said: "I can't believe I am even writing this as I never in my wildest dreams thought I would be saying goodbye to you. That is something I thought would happen when we were old."

"You were the best thing that ever happened to me and the girls but knowing you won't be here to see Ayla grow into a beautiful woman pains me. You were also a massive part of Amelia and Eva's lives, and that is tearing me apart. You changed my life for the better and I am forever grateful I was a part of yours too.", reports Chronicle Live.

Andrew's absence will not only be felt deeply by his family but also within the local car and biking communities. Danielle's tribute highlighted his role as not just her companion but also as a cherished son, father, brother, and grandchild, sharing: "You weren't just my best friend, soulmate, and partner, but you were also a loving son, Dad, brother, and grandson. We made some of the most amazing memories together, and everyone who had you in their lives will miss you."

"You'll be a massive miss to all of your biker and car scene families, because you were one of a kind. You were the best dad to Ayla, and I will make sure she knows how truly amazing you were. I will love you until my last breath, and I'm devastated we won't take our last breath together. You are my whole life, and I miss you so much it hurts, but I know our beautiful little family will be together again someday. Fly high Andrew xxxx."

Durham Constabulary officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward with dashcam or CCTV footage of the incident. Anyone with information can submit it through a dedicated online portal. Alternatively, those who prefer to speak to an officer can contact the Serious Collision Investigation unit via email at sciu@durham. police.uk or by calling 101, referencing incident number 393 of September 22.