Grandma killed in crash had 'years left to give'
HandoutThe family of an 86-year-old woman who died after being hit by an electric motorbike on a pedestrian crossing have said she had "years left to give".
Gloria Stephenson, from Silksworth, Sunderland, died on the city's Burdon Road on 16 May.
Northumbria Police said it was understood she was using a zebra crossing when she was struck by a black Sur-Ron electric motorcycle. An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and released on bail.
In a statement, Ms Stephenson's family said: "We are devastated at the loss of our vibrant, active, beautiful and intelligent mam, grandma, mother-in-law and great grandma."
They also thanked the people who supported Ms Stephenson and her daughter and grandson at the scene.
"The press described her as an 'elderly lady', however we want to make absolutely clear that our mam was full of life," the family said.
"She was active, fit, healthy and had years left to give her love and share her energy and zest for life with everyone who knew her."
Northumbria Police said the rider initially drove away from the scene, but was arrested later on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and the bike was recovered.
He remains on bail while the investigation continues and Sgt Russell Surrey urged any witnesses to contact the force.