The family of a man who died following a collision in Chipping Hill, Witham, on Sunday, have paid tribute to him.

Antonio Dredger, known as Soapy, 54, of Humber Road, Witham, died after the green Triumph motorcycle he was riding was in collision with a blue Hyundai I20 in Chipping Hill at about 7.10pm.

His family have paid the following tribute: "Soapy Dredger, 54 years of age, was tragically killed in a road collision on the evening of Sunday, September 28, 2014.

"Soapy was a dearly loved husband/dad/grandad/son and brother and friend to everyone that knew him. He worked as a mobile car mechanic. He had enjoyed motorcyling since his teens, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

"The family has not made any arrangements at this stage regarding Soapy's funeral. All the family members and friends will greatly miss him very much.

"The family request to be left alone and allowed to grieve at this very difficult time.”

An inquest in to Mr Dredger’s death was open and adjourned today.