The family of a man who died following a fatal road traffic collision have paid tribute to his life saying he will be forever missed.
Tom Scaife, aged 32, from the Eden area, died following a collision in Temple Sowerby at around 12:23am on 23 February.
In a statement, his family said: “We are heartbroken at the sudden passing of our lovely Tom.
“Tom was a real character who had lots of friends. He had a passion for playing darts, which was his main hobby, and he played in a league at his local pub. Tom had a keen interest in fishing and ferreting. In previous years he enjoyed cricket, and he played for a cricket team in the village.
“Tom was a doting father, who would have done anything for his two beautiful children who he loved very much.
“Tom was adored by so many people in his life,
“Tom will be forever missed.”
The collision involved one vehicle.
Two people, a man and a woman, have been arrested in connection with the incident and have been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
Anyone with any information can email SCIU@cumbria.police.uk quoting log number 8 of 23 February.
You can also call on 101.