The family of a grandmother who died in a crash on the A249 have paid tribute to 'an amazing woman, who would do anything for anyone'.

Sylvia Martin died after her white Ford Fiesta was involved in a collision with a red Vauxhall Insignia at about 6.30am yesterday.

Sylvia, who was 61 and from the Sittingbourne area, was pronounced dead at the scene.

In a statement released this afternoon, her family said: "Sylvia was an amazing woman, who would do anything for anyone – a loving and thoughtful nanny, idolised by her grandchildren.

"She was devoted to her family as well as the cats she called her 'fur babies'.

"The family ask for their privacy to be respected at this difficult time."

Kent Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit is continuing to appeal for information about the crash.

It took place on the Maidstone-bound carriageway, at the junction with Oad Street.

Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service and Kent Fire and Rescue Service attended.

Anyone who has yet to speak to police or who may have dash cam footage is asked to contact the witness appeal line on 01622 798538.

Alternatively, email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk quoting reference number MC/JG/060/18.