The family of a man who died in a fatal road traffic collision in Bicester have paid tribute to him.

Jeffrey Williams, aged 57 from Bicester, died at the junction of Middleton Stoney Road and Empire Road on Monday (May 27).

At approximately 9.40am, there was a collision between a red motorcycle and a black Mercedes Sprinter van.

A family statement released this morning (May 30) said: “Jeff was known to all his family and friends as kind hearted, giving and caring.

"He was always ready to help others and was so positive at everything he embarked on.

“He was a very loving, thoughtful husband and father to a son and cocker spaniel who both adore him.

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“He was loved by all his family and friends and a respected colleague to all that knew him.

“We are devastated at the sudden loss of Jeff and we will always love him. He will be missed by many.”

Thames Valley Police is asking people to respect the privacy of the family at this time.

The force is continuing to appeal to anyone with information or dash-cam footage of this collision or the moments leading up to it to come forward.

You can provide information through Thames Valley Police's reporting page or by calling 101 quoting the reference number 43240246859.

The driver of the van was not injured in the collision, Thames Valley Police has said.