Tributes have been paid to a "caring partner" and "great dad", Terence Abson, after he died in a collision earlier this week.

The 62-year-old Carlisle man, known as Terry, was pronounced dead at the scene following a collision involving himself, another pedestrian and a white van on West Tower Street, Carlisle, on Monday (March 1).

The second pedestrian, a 56-year-old woman from Carlisle, was airlifted to Preston hospital, and remains in a serious but stable condition.

Mr Abson's family has now paid tribute to his life, describing his kindness, warmth and humour.

They said: “Terry was a caring partner to Gina and a great dad to Harley.

“He was kind and jolly, exceedingly friendly to all, with a lovely big smile that could light up any room. He was generous with his time and resources, always willing to help family and friends with odd jobs and helped out at the Uma Kadampa Centre."

They continued: "He was sometimes mischievous in nature, teasing and joking, and he made friends in a heartbeat.

“Terry was always willing to listen and offer up whatever advice he could, be it from personal experience from his many years in the Navy and other employment, to just plain common sense.

“He kept himself active with squash and 'adventure walks' with his beloved dog, and he never let anything hold him down.

"Above all, he always made sure his partner and son were happy and cared for. His kindness, lightness, and generosity, will always be remembered.”

Mr Abson, of Lingside Crescent, will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and police have thanked all those who have come forward with information to assist with the enquiries into his death.

Anyone who witnessed the collision is asked to contact PC2685 Nicholson or Sgt 1929 Bainbridge of Mobile Support Group on 101 or email 101@cumbria.police.uk, quoting log 90 of March 1.