THE FAMILY of a man who died in a four-vehicle crash has been remembered as a “beloved son, husband, father and brother”.

Andy Hoyle’s two-year-old son also remains in a critical condition following the crash on the A267 at Frant.

The family of the 36-year-old has paid tribute by releasing a statement following his death on Wednesday, August 18.

It says: “Andy was a beloved son, husband, father and brother who will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.

“We ask that we are allowed time to grieve privately, as we continue to focus on supporting and caring for Andy’s son.”

Mr Hoyle, from Dartford, Kent, was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident, shortly after 11am.

The Argus: Andy Hoyle’s two-year-old son, who was also injured in the crash, remains in a critical condition Andy Hoyle’s two-year-old son, who was also injured in the crash, remains in a critical condition

His two-year-old son, who sustained serious head injuries, remains in a critical but stable condition in to King's College Hospital in London.

A 76-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by dangerous driving and for failing to stop after a road accident.

He has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

A section of the road was temporarily closed while investigations took place.

A witness told the Daily Mail: “I didn't see the accident happen I just came round the corner, and I saw the traffic and a lorry and car in front that had stopped.

“They had already got the child out the car and there were plenty of people scurrying about.”

An off-duty doctor also helped free one of the drivers whose car had crashed into a hedge.

At the time of the crash, a spokesman for Sussex Police said: "We'd like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while we carried out vital investigative work at the scene."

Police investigating the collision continue to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.

The crash involved a blue Ford Fiesta, a white Renault Master, a silver Toyota Estima and a grey Honda.

Police would particularly like to hear from anyone who may have captured any dash cam footage from the area around that time.

Anyone with information is asked to email collision.appeal@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101 quoting Operation Utility.