The family of Brian McCuaig, 73, who died on the railway in Newmarket earlier this month, have said he will be “greatly missed”.

In an official statement released today through British Transport Police, his family said: “Brian was a much loved father and grandfather and we are struggling to come to terms with what has happened.

“Dad was a well known character in Newmarket and Cambridge and will be greatly missed by all his friends; their support at this sad time has brought great comfort to our family.”