A motorcyclist who died on the M25 after a three-vehicle crash has been named as a loving father-of-two.

Michael Anthony Lidbury lost his life after a collision involving his bike, a lorry and a car on September 26 near Sevenoaks.

Emergency crews were called to the scene but Michael, commonly know as Mike or ‘Lidderz’, died at the scene.

The 49-year-old businessman’s family paid tribute to him, saying he was “well-known” by many.

They added: “Mike had two children, a son and a daughter aged 13 and eight whom he adored and would do anything for.

“He loved his Mother Kay, his late father Tony and late sister Joanne, his aunts, uncles and cousins more than anything and would always be there at the drop of a hat if ever he was needed.

“He was a successful businessman as a Chartered Surveyor and Property Manager and had a life long love of motorcycles, football, golf and racquetball.

“He loved to socialise with his wide circle of friends and workmates and will be greatly missed by us all.”

The incident took place at around 12.30pm on last Thursday (Sept 26) on the clockwise carriage between Junction 5 and Junction 6.

Both lanes had to be closed while emergency services worked at the scene - with roads only reopening in the early hours of the following morning.

Officers from Kent Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit are now appealing to anyone with more information to contact them.

Anyone who can assist the investigation is urged to call 01622 798538 quoting reference HW/DC/100/24.

You can also email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk Dashcam footage can be uploaded via the police’s online portal here.