Family pay tribute to 'much-loved' son who died after being struck by car

The family of a man who died after being struck by a car in Fife have paid tribute to a “much-loved son, uncle, dad and brother”.

Reginald Tucker, 43, was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash in Windygates on Monday.

The occupants of the car involved, a grey Mazda, were left shaken but not injured.

In a statement released on Saturday, his family said: “Reginald was a much-loved son/uncle /dad/brother and will be missed by all. Tragic events like this affect many people and our thoughts are with the occupants of the car and their family.

“We would like to offer our heartfelt thanks to all the emergency services personnel who attended the crash to try to help Reginald. Sadly, he passed away at the scene.

“We would also like to thank the officers who attended at his mum’s house to tell her what had happened. They were kind, professional and sympathetic while delivering the worst possible news.”

The incident happened around 6.10pm on Monday, October 30 on the A911 near Milton Road.

Road policing inspector James Henry said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr Tucker at what is a very difficult time for them.

“Enquiries to establish the full circumstances continue and anyone with information, including dash-cam, that could assist and who have not already spoken to officers are asked to get in touch.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2946 of Monday, 30 October, 2023.