Tributes to community man Mick who died in Desborough crash

A Desborough man who died in a crash last week has been described as a "valued and well-liked member of the community".

Michael Harvey, known as Mick, died on May 21 after his electric-powered tricycle was hit by a silver Volkswagen Polo in Stoke Road at about 1.15pm.

He was a keen cyclist and an active member of St Giles Church with many friends in his home town.

In a tribute released by Northamptonshire Police, his family said: “Mick spent his whole life in Desborough and was a valued and well-liked member of the community.

“He was husband to the late Barbara, father to Richard and Jane, grandfather to Donald, Charis, Henry and Joshua and brother to Janet.

“Mick was a passionate cyclist and an active member of St Giles Church.

“He had many friends in Desborough and the wider area and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him.”

No arrests have been made in connection with the crash.

Any witnesses to the crash should call Drivewatch on 0800 174615.