THE family of a man who sadly died following a collision on Thornwood Road in Epping last week have issued a tribute to him.

Paul Edwards, 34, from Epping died after the car he was travelling in, left the road and collided with a tree shortly after 1am on Thursday, July 12.

A tribute from his family said: “Paul was a dearly loved son, brother, boyfriend and friend to everyone who knew him.

“He worked in recruitment and was looking forward to a bright future having recently started a new job in the city, which he was very excited about.

“Paul enjoyed cooking for friends and family as well as playing golf.

“All his family will miss Paul very much, as will his friends, whose visits and kind words have been greatly appreciated.”

Funeral arrangements have not yet been made and the family request to be left alone and allowed to grieve at this very difficult time.