The heartbroken family of a man killed in a hit and run crash in north London have paid tribute to their “dear son, brother and kind friend”.
Police have named the victim of last Thursday’s tragic crash as 36-year-old Andrew Lindup, an IT consultant living in Enfield.
His family today released an emotional tribute to the former Islington Council employee, who was struck down while walking on Holtwhites Hill in Enfield at around 7.20am.
"Andy brought light into every room he walked in; his energy and enthusiasm for life was contagious and he was instantly loved by everyone he met,” his distraught family said in a statement.
"We're devastated and heartbroken by the loss of a dear son, brother, and such a kind friend to so many.
“If you have any details about the incident, please do come forward so we can start to make sense of this terrible tragedy."
Islington Council also paid tribute to their former employee Mr Lindup, who helped launch the council's new website and led the creation of IslingtonLife online site.
Head of digital customer service and development Paul Savage said: “I think I speak for everyone when I say that Andy was universally liked and a much-loved friend to many.
"Friendly, creative and funny, Andy was one of those people who seemed to know and get on with everyone. We will all miss him tremendously and send our heartfelt sympathy and support to his family and friends at this sad time.”
An air ambulance was scrambled and paramedics raced to the scene but Mr Lindup, who is originally from Solihull, was pronounced dead at just before 8am on Thursday, December 15.
When police and ambulances arrived they found the vehicle had failed to stop at the scene following the crash.
Enquiries are continuing into the crash to find the vehicle involved. No arrests have yet been made.
Any witnesses or anyone with information concerning this incident are asked to call the witness appeal line on 020 8597 4874 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
