Family pay tribute to driver Ewan Seath (19), killed in tree crash off Alderholt Road, near Somerley

“THE most selfless, kindest, and loving” – this is how a devastated family described a young motorist killed when a car ploughed into a tree off a main road near Ringwood.

Tributes are being paid to 19-year-old Ewan Seath from Blandford Forum as police continue investigating the collision on Alderholt Road, Somerley, that took his life.

As reported in the A&T, the youngster was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident involving a black Volkswagen Golf.

It took place around 8.50am on Monday 26th February, and the road was partially closed for several hours as emergency crews worked at the scene.

In a statement released through Hampshire police, the family said: "Ewan was living his life to the fullest and so incredibly excited about his future, undertaking an automotive apprenticeship with Poole and Bournemouth College, having such a passion for cars.

"He was the most selfless, kindest and loving son, brother and friend anyone could have wished for, nothing was ever too much trouble for Ewan, he had a laughter and smile which would light up a room.

"We are all in immense shock and pain at this sudden loss, Ewan leaves an unimaginable void in all of our lives."

Officers are continuing to urge witnesses to come forward, as well as those who might have any relevant dash cam footage.

Anyone with information should contact the force online at hampshire.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident reference number 44240083299.