Wife's tribute to 'best husband' killed in crash

The family of a man killed when two vehicles collided at a junction have described him as "the most loyal and loving person".

Jay Newby-Gallagher, 34, died when his Suzuki motorbike collided with a blue Renault Zoe car outside an Aldi store on Northway, at the junction of Dover Road in Maghull, in Sefton, on Wednesday at about 08:30 BST.

Merseyside Police said a 34-year-old woman from South Tyneside, who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving, has since been released on conditional bail.

His family paid tribute to Mr Newby-Gallagher as "the best" husband, son, brother, son-in-law and brother-in-law that anyone could wish for.

"He was the kindest, most loyal, loving, and funny person you could ever meet," his family said, in a statement.

"He would always light up any room with his smile and sense of humour, and he loved his family and our dog Bodie more than anything."

His wife said: "It was truly an honour to be your wife, and life will never be the same without you.

"You've taken a piece of me with you that I will never get back."

"I've loved every second I got to spend with you, but it will never be enough time. I will love you forever, you will always be my home.

"All your family and friends are so proud of the person you are, and we will all miss you forever."

Det Sgt Kurt Timpson said police were continuing to appeal for information, and urged anyone who witnessed the incident, or events leading up to it, to contact the force.

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