Tributes to man who died after being fatally assaulted at motocross track near Swindon

Tom Morton
By Tom Morton

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5th Sep 2024, 11:11am
Lee Starr, 38, of Lincolnshire, who was assaulted at Foxhill motocross track near Swindon on August 22, died in hospital three days later from his injuries Pictures: Google / Wiltshire PoliceLee Starr, 38, of Lincolnshire, who was assaulted at Foxhill motocross track near Swindon on August 22, died in hospital three days later from his injuries Pictures: Google / Wiltshire Police
Lee Starr, 38, of Lincolnshire, who was assaulted at Foxhill motocross track near Swindon on August 22, died in hospital three days later from his injuries Pictures: Google / Wiltshire Police | Google / Wiltshire Police
The family of a man who was killed at a motocross track have paid tribute to him, saying he ‘was wise and always knew how to make things right’

Lee Starr was assaulted at the track and died in hospital three days later from his injuries.

The 38-year-old, from Coleby in Lincolnshire, was attacked at Foxhill motocross, near Wanborough on August 22.

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In a moving statement, his family said: "Words cannot possibly even begin to convey the sense of shock and loss we feel. Lee was the best dad, husband, grandad, son and friend and was devoted to his family. Lee had loads of friends and he was loved by everybody; his friends would say ‘Everybody needs a little bit of Lee Starr in their life’. And they did. Lee was wise and always knew how to make things right.

"He was kind and soft, and he was my calm to my chaos. He brought light and joy to anyone who met him and now life will never be the same without him. Lee will live on through his three children and granddaughter and the many, many happy memories that have been shared with us."

Police have previously appealed for witnesses. They say they were called to the Stubble Field at about 9.15pm on Thursday, August 22 after being told a man had been attacked and had suffered “significant injuries”.

Lee was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol.

Ben Starr, 34, of Woodside Avenue, Ripley, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent. He appeared at court on Saturday, August 31 and has been released on bail until his next appearance at Swindon Crown Court on September 27.

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Det Chief Insp Phil Walker, from the Major Crime Investigation Team said: "Our thoughts are with Lee's family at this difficult time, and they are being supported by specialist officers.

"This was a busy event, and we believe many people may have witnesses the incident. If you did see what happened or have images or video footage of the incident which might help us to piece together what happened, please contact us."

Anyone who knows anything about what happened can pass on information here, or can call Wiltshire Police on 101. Information can also be passed on to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 at https://crimestoppers-uk.org/

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