Tributes have been paid to a man who died in a fatal crash while driving his wife to work in Yorkshire.

Paul Hart was involved in a crash on the Hemsworth bypass, between the junctions of Southmoor Road and Brierley roundabout, on October 24.

The 57-year-old, from Shafton, was driving his wife to work in a white Ford EcoSport when it was involved in a crash with a blue Volkswagen Polo at around 6am.

In a statement released via West Yorkshire Police, his family said: “It is with great sadness that the family of Paul Hart share the news of his tragic passing on Saturday, 24th October 2026, following a road traffic collision on the Hemsworth bypass, whilst driving his wife to work.

“Paul was a beloved husband, son, brother, father, stepdad, uncle, brother-in-law, and true friend. More recently, he took immense joy in becoming an exceptionally proud, doting grandad to his five-month-old granddaughter.

“His sudden loss is devastating to all who had the privilege of knowing him. Paul will be lovingly remembered and profoundly missed by his family, friends, colleagues, and his extended Airsoft family.”

A 20-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving remains on police bail.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police online here or by calling 101, quoting incident number 295 of October 24.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.