Tributes to Emsworth men who died in crash on A272 in Hampshire
THE families of two men who died in a crash on the A272 have paid tribute to them.
Police were called just before 12.30pm on January 30 after a collision involving a black Ford Fiesta and white Audi near Cheesefoot Head.
The two occupants of the Fiesta were pronounced dead at the scene.
They have now been named as Anthony Leech, 70, and Stephen Skilton, 61, both of Commonside, Emsworth.
Paying tribute, Mr Leech’s family said: ‘A loving brother and uncle.
‘A friend to many and one of the world’s most genuine guys, tragically taken too soon.’
Mr Skilton’s family said: ‘A loving partner to Jackie. A loyal son, brother, uncle and friend, Stephen will be sadly missed by so many people: relatives, work colleagues past and present, Army colleagues, friends and neighbours.
‘He will be remembered for his honesty, consideration, and sense-of-humour.
‘A loving character, the world is a poorer place without him. He will be loved forever and always.’
The families are being supported by specialist officers.
Enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision are ongoing and officers are keen to speak with any witnesses.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200037998.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.