THE family of a man who was tragically killed in a Quinton crash have paid tribute to him.

Nicholas Brown was struck by a VW Golf in Hagley Road West, on the into city carriageway between Wood Green Road and Stanley Road at around 10pm last Friday (November 27).

Despite the best efforts of emergency services the 46-year-old was confirmed dead at the scene.

A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and being unfit through drink or drugs. He has since been released under investigation.

The family of Mr Brown said: “Nicholas was a loving son and brother, a much loved husband and a devoted father to his sons. He was tragically killed as a result of a road traffic collision on 27 November 2020.

“As a family we ask that our privacy is respected at this sad time.”

Sergeant Dean Caswell, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our thoughts remain with Mr Brown’s family and friends at this difficult time.

"We’re keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and has not spoken to us already. We’re particularly interested in anyone who was in the area and has dash cam footage."

Anyone with information can contact collision investigators on FL_COLLISION_INVEST@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk, via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk 8am - midnight, or by calling 101 anytime. Please quote log number 4670 of 27/11/20.