The family of a 70-year-old who died in a collision in Wilmslow have paid tribute to him.

Leonard Royle, from Wilmslow, was the motorcyclist involved in a collision with a silver Vauxhall Astra.

As we reported last week, the incident occurred at the junction of Manchester Road and Dean Row Road at 9.35pm on Monday July 26.

Sadly, Leonard passed away at the scene.

His family are being supported by specialist officers.

In a tribute, his family said: "We are deeply broken by the tragic collision that has left us without Len, he was a kind caring man and loving husband to Christine, Len will be missed by all."

The family would like to thank the emergency services and members of the public for their help during this incident and ask for respect at this difficult time.

Wilmslow Nub News expresses condolences to Leonard's family, during this difficult time.

Cheshire Police officers want to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the collision or may have captured relevant dashcam footage.

Please come forward if you were in Wilmslow's Manchester Road and Dean Row Road at 9.35pm on Monday July 26.

Information and footage can be provided by calling 101 quoting IML 1047310 or by clicking here.

Alternatively, anyone with information can report it to Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 555 111 or via this webpage.

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