Key facts
- John Edward Carr, 68, died after a collision on Friday morning.
- The incident involved his bicycle and a van.
- A 65-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the incident.
- Mr. Carr swerved his bike to avoid a Nissan Micra and crashed into a stationary van.
John Edward Carr, a 68-year-old former Merchant Navy cook, has died following a collision in New Brighton, Merseyside on Friday morning. Tributes have been paid to Mr. Carr, who was described as 'big hearted'. The incident occurred when Mr. Carr reportedly swerved his bike to avoid a Nissan Micra and subsequently crashed into a stationary van. A 65-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the collision.