The family of a woman who died in a crash on the A30 on Tuesday evening have paid tribute to a “beautiful, loyal and funny” woman.

Clare Laskey, from The Lizard, died when the car she was travelling in as a passenger was involved in a collision with a lorry on the A30 at Whiddon Down, near Okehampton in Devon.

Her family posted a tribute on social media on Saturday lunchtime and have given permission for the Packet to share it.

The tribute reads: “Clare’s family and Thurstan are devastated by the loss of our beautiful, loyal and funny daughter, partner, sister and aunt, in such tragic circumstances.

“She will be sadly missed by us all including her friends and the amazing Lizard community.

“Forever in our hearts.”

Clare has been described as 'beautiful, loyal and funny' (Image: Family picture) Clare was a much-loved member of The Lizard community, which has been mourning her passing.

In some of the many tributes, Clare has been described as “one in a million” and “a lovely soul”, with one person writing: “It just won’t be the same place without Clare around.”