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Man who died in bus crash was 'kind and thoughtful'

News imageFamily photo Head and shoulders photo of Richard Parker. He has grey hair and is wearing a check shirt and brown jacket. He is looking into the camera with a slight smile. Someone is standing next to him out of shot but they have their arm around him and their hand is on his shoulder.Family photo
Richard Parker was described as a "loving brother and uncle" by his family

The family of a man who died in a collision involving a bus have described him as a "kind and thoughtful" brother and uncle.

Richard Parker was struck by the vehicle in Somerford Road, Christchurch, shortly before 08:45 GMT on 3 December.

The 73-year-old, who was from Christchurch, died in hospital on the morning of 6 December.

A 36-year-old man from Poole who was arrested on suspicion of driving offences has been released while inquiries continue.

A family statement, released by police, said: "Richard was a kind and thoughtful person.

"He was a loving brother and uncle and will be greatly missed by us all."

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