A former Aviva boss has died in a crash after his Aston Martin car veered off the road and went up in flames after hitting a tree.

The family of David Barral have paid tribute to the 63-year-old businessman following his death near Wetherby in West Yorkshire calling him a "most wonderful man". Police are investigating the incident and have appealed for any witnesses to come forward if they have information.

Mr Barral was driving a grey Aston Martin DBX SUV when the crash happened on the A58 Leeds Road between Bardsey and Collingham shortly after 2pm on Tuesday.

In a statement, his family said: "We are all absolutely devastated at the loss of the most wonderful man. Rest in peace David we will all miss you so, so much and you will always fill our hearts. We love you."

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