Family release touching tribute to cyclist killed in collision near Boroughbridge
His family said: “We are all devastated by the loss of Andrew. To us, he was a proud father of two young children, a loving husband and a caring son.
“He will leave a gaping hole in the lives of those close to him. We would now like to request space and time to grieve for him privately.”
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Hide AdThe collision occurred at around 1.45pm on Sunday, May 10 on the A168 northbound between Allerton Park and Boroughbridge.
It involved Mr Jackson, who was riding a light blue racing bicycle, and a black Porsche 911 Carrera, which were both travelling in the same direction towards Boroughbridge.
Mr Jackson was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The 35 year-old driver of the Porsche was arrested and has been released under investigation whilst enquiries continue.
An inquest into Mr Jackson’s death has been opened and adjourned.
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Hide AdOfficers are continuing to appeal for witnesses, dash-cam footage or anyone who may have seen the cyclist or the Porsche prior to, and/or at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or [email protected] or call 101.
Quote North Yorkshire Police reference number 12200077893 when providing any information.