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Man arrested following Owen Tagg's death in Deal

A man has been arrested following a fatal collision in which a young dad died.

Owen Tagg, 21, died following a crash in Cornwall Road, in Deal, in the early hours of Sunday, October 9.

Owen Tagg and girlfriend Emy May
Owen Tagg and girlfriend Emy May

A red Volkswagen Polo had been travelling along the road towards Hamilton Road when it collided with a railway bridge at 2.30am.

Mr Tagg, 21 and from the Aylesham area, was confirmed dead at the scene.

Two men also sustained injuries and were taken to hospital, and a woman needed medical treatment for minor injuries.

Now, police have confirmed a 25-year-old from Dover has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving and possession of class A and B drugs.

He has since been bailed with conditions, until Thursday, November 10.

Floral tributes left at the scene
Floral tributes left at the scene

Tributes have been paid by friends and family of Mr Tagg following his death.

Flowers have been left near where he died, and messages have been posted online, with a former colleague saying they had "nothing but admiration for him".

Mr Tagg’s partner, Emy May, said: “Never thought in a million years I’d be writing this.

“Heaven took another angel today.

“You was my soulmate and more.

“I really wish you’re at peace watching over us all.

“I can’t describe the pain I’m feeling.

The crash happened near the railway bridge
The crash happened near the railway bridge

“Waiting for you to coming bouncing through the door with your big smile.

“What I would do to see you one last time.

“Sleep tight my angel. Won’t be long before I’m with you. Love you forever and always.”

Officers continue to appeal for anyone who saw the car before the collision, or who has private CCTV or dashcam footage that might assist to come forward.

Anyone with information should call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) appeal line on 01622 798 538 or email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk quoting KH/KA/112/22.

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