Tragedy in Alton: Jack Bristow, 23, died instantly after a tree crashed onto the van he was travelling in.
Falling Tree Crushes Van
Jack Bristow, from Sutton Courtenay, Oxfordshire, was a passenger in a white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter when a massive tree came crashing down on Old Odiham Road, Alton at around 11.45am on Friday, 18 February. Emergency services rushed to the scene but sadly, Jack was pronounced dead at once.
Heartbreaking Tribute from Family
Jack’s family spoke out with raw emotion:
“We write this with broken hearts. The loss of a son is something you could never be prepared for. Jack was a much-loved son, grandson, boyfriend and father. Everyone knew Jack and everyone loved Jack, how could you not! He was a joker, loved to have a laugh and a good time. He lived life to the full and had done and been through so much in his young 23 years.
We are absolutely devastated and there are not enough words to describe our pain. But he lives on through his son. Rest in Peace Jack, we love you more than you will ever know.”
Investigation Underway
Police are still probing the exact cause of the accident. Anyone with information who hasn’t spoken to officers is urged to call 101 quoting reference 44220068638.
