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Kieran James Lerwill, a 28-year-old biker from Devon, died in a tragic accident on Sunday, October 4, at approximately 4:55 PM. He was riding his BMW S1000 motorbike when it collided with a green John Deere tractor near South Molton on the B3227 road. Emergency services rushed to the scene but found Mr. Lerwill deceased. His family described him as "a gentle loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, partner and friend," expressing deep sadness at his loss. They requested privacy during their time of grief.
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A grieving family have paid tribute to a biker who died in a crash with a tractor.
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Kieran James Lerwill, 28, was riding his motorbike near South Molton, Devon, at 4.55pm on Sunday, October 4 when he was involved in the collision.
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Devon and Cornwall Police rushed to B3227 but Mr Lerwill was found dead at the scene.
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Mr Lerwill's fatal collision involved a BMW S1000 motorbike and a green John Deere tractor on the B3227 road.
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Paying tribute to Mr Lerwill, his family said he was 'deeply loved' and his death had left 'a hole in our hearts'.
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The family said: 'Kieran was a gentle loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, partner and friend.
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'He is deeply loved and his loss has left a hole in our hearts that can never be filled.
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'Words cannot express the sadness and despair we are feeling.'
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Kieran James Lerwill, 28, was riding his motorbike near South Molton, in Devon, at 4.55pm on Sunday October 4 when he was involved in the smash
The family added that they would like privacy and their 'space to grieve be respected at this incredibly difficult time'.
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Specialist and local officers attended the scene and conducted an initial investigation of the road.
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The B3227, where the crash took place, was closed for several hours whilst the investigation took place.
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Police have urged any witnesses who saw the crash or have dash cam footage to come forward.
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