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Tonbridge: Family of Carl Radmore who died when hit by a vehicle on the A26 at Southborough renew information appeal

10:00, 27 August 2015

The family of a young father tragically killed in a hit and run have renewed their appeal for the driver of the vehicle believed to have been involved to come forward.

Carl Radmore died when he was hit by a vehicle on the A26 slip road at Southborough.

The 24-year-old's body was found on the stretch of road, which joins the A21 northbound at Tonbridge, in the early hours of Saturday, August 8.

Carl Radmore with his daughter Nyla, just after her birth
Carl Radmore with his daughter Nyla, just after her birth

The London-bound carriageways were closed from Bidborough Ridge junction to the A21 for more than 12 hours while emergency services worked at the scene.

Police have the details of 109 vehicles which used the major route around the time of fatal collision.

Officers are urging drivers who travelled in the area between 1am and 1.40am to come forward.

Carl Radmore was killed in a hit and run
Carl Radmore was killed in a hit and run

Mr Radmore's family have released heart-breaking new photos and are continuing to appeal for anyone with information to get in touch with police.

Speaking to the Kent Messenger, Carl's mum, Anne, said: “There is nothing we can say or do about what has happened to Carl.

"We are no nearer to knowing exactly what happened, or who was involved. If anyone was in the area at the time, please make yourself known to the police.

Carl with his siblings
Carl with his siblings

“My son was a lovely person and had so much to live for. His youngest daughter would have been one this month, it’s just so sad he won’t get to see her grow up.

“We will make sure his kids know their daddy loves them very much and we will always have a part of Carl that will live on through them.

"I keep thinking about Carl as a young boy. He loved his computer games, Xbox and PlayStation. He had a small group of close friends.

"He had a few problems and suffered with bad epilepsy but he never let it stop him doing what he wanted.

Carl Radmore was a father-of-two
Carl Radmore was a father-of-two

“Ever since the crash happened we realised how many people knew Carl and loved him. We've lived in Tonbridge for 20 years and so many people have been sending messages.

"We all have our bad days but the children are looking after me at the moment.

"We just don’t know what to do with ourselves, whether we’re doing the right thing or saying the right thing.

Carl three days after being born
Carl three days after being born

“Carl’s half sister is raising money to go towards his funeral but we don’t know when that will be because the investigation is still going on.

“We just need closure now so please, if you know anything come forward.

Carl's sister, Charmaine, said: "It's awful. We just want to know who did it and for this all to be over. We are no closer to know what happened and it's heart-breaking."

To donate to Mr Radmore’s funeral fund, click here.

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