Tributes paid to HGV driver following crash
The 40-year-old's been described as 'the life of the party'
Tributes have been paid to an HGV driver who died in a crash in Southampton.
Livai Boila's lorry hit a set of traffic lights on Town Quay after driving out of the Red Funnel Ferry Terminal at approximately 5.45am on Thursday 15 June.
The family of the 40-year-old from Bournemouth have released a statement:
"Livai was a loving partner, doting father, beloved brother, son, uncle and grand uncle to all his family in Fiji and the UK.
"He was a jovial personality, life of any party, always smiling, always joking and ensured smiles from ear to ear.
"Livai was a hard worker, diligent and true to himself and always performed to the best of his capabilities.
"He was well loved by his extended family, the Fijian diaspora where he was known and all his colleagues at work.
"Livai was a supportive, loving and comforting partner, the best support system anyone could ever ask for, he was a present and loving father to his son who was his whole world and our rock.
"He will surely and sorely be missed.
"Livai’s family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Red Funnel, the emergency services and all the staff at Southampton Hospital, who were all with him until the very end.
"Vinaka vakalevu (Thank you very much) and God bless you all."
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses.