THE family of a 38-year-old Chester father-of-two who died following a collision near the city have paid tribute to him.

Paramedic James Burton died on Tuesday, November 12, following a collision on the A55 westbound, near to the junction of the A483 Wrexham Road.

His family said: “James absolutely adored his family – his wife Sandra, daughter Macy, son Alfie, mum Janice, sister Sarah, her family and parents-in-law Beryl and Adrian were his world.

“He had a vibrant love of life which was infectious to all he met.

“Being a paramedic meant the world to James. He loved helping people in their time of need and his compassion, empathy and skill changed the lives of many.

“He will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends.”

Enquiries in relation to the A55 collision, which happened at about 6.25am and involved a Land Rover and an HGV, remain ongoing.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or anyone with any information that may assist the investigation, is asked to contact Cheshire Police on 101, quoting IML 562976, or visit www.cheshire.police.uk/contact/general-enquiries .

Dashcam footage can be submitted online at cheshireconstabulary.egressforms.com .