The family of a man who died following a motorbike crash in Peterlee has paid tribute to a "hardworking and funny" father-of-two.
Lee Stevenson, 27, was riding pillion on a motorbike which crashed in Passfield Way in the early hours of Saturday morning. Despite receiving emergency care, Lee was pronounced dead at the scene.
His mum Naomi paid tribute. She said: "I lost my son Lee, he was only 27. My daughter has lost her brother, and he has left behind two beautiful children.
