Nottinghamshire car crash murder accused in court

A man has appeared in court accused of murdering an 87-year-old man who was hit by a car.

Terry Radford, described as the "most wonderful" dad and grandad, died after he was struck in Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire, on Friday morning.

Gavin Collins, 38, is also charged with kidnap, robbery, attempted robbery and two counts of burglary.

Mr Collins, of Addison Street, Tibshelf, Derbyshire, was remanded in custody by Nottingham magistrates.

In a statement, Mr Radford's family said: "We're absolutely devastated at the loss of the most wonderful dad and grandad who was loved and respected by everyone.

"He was the hub of our family. He was 87 but remained intelligent, articulate and funny."

Mr Collins was remanded in custody to appear at Nottingham Crown Court on 24 April.

Follow BBC East Midlands on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@bbc.co.uk.