Police have confirmed that a man who died on Sunday, August 21, following a collision on the A596, Bank End near Thursby, has been formally identified as Bradley Hickman, aged 39, from Carlisle.

The family of Mr Hickman, said they are devastated by his sudden passing in the road traffic collision.

They said: "Bradley was a much-loved brother, father and partner. He was a talented plasterer by trade and was always willing to help anyone.

"He was such a lively character with a great sense of humour and his heart was always in the right place.

"Bradley will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him."

Officers continue an appeal to motorists who were travelling along the A596 between Thursby and Wigton on Sunday 21st August between 1am and 5.30am to get in touch if they saw any pedestrians along their route.

Anyone with any information regarding the incident or who witnessed the collision is asked to contact PC 2209 Richard Staley on 101 or email SCIU@cumbria.police.uk, quoting log number 53 of the 21st August.