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Family pay tribute to beloved Swanley man Adam Draper

A 29-year-old man who was hit by a car and killed in Swanley will be remembered as a "doting father, loving boyfriend, fantastic brother and wonderful son".

Adam Draper was knocked down by a silver Renault Clio on the B2173 Maidstone Road, near the junction with Hockenden Lane, just after 10pm on Saturday night.

A joint statement issued by his family said: "Adam was a wonderful son, loving boyfriend, doting Daddy and a fantastic brother and uncle.

Friends and relatives are fundraising to pay for the funeral of Adam Draper, who was hit by a car and killed in Swanley
Friends and relatives are fundraising to pay for the funeral of Adam Draper, who was hit by a car and killed in Swanley

"He loved all his martial arts, he trained in Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido was his passion. He was also a very competent guitar player and loved his heavy metal music, although you would never of guessed as he didn't dress in that style.

"He was a beautiful person who was always there for his friends and family and he will be deeply missed by so many, heaven has truly gained an angel.

"Everybody has been so supportive, it’s been a great comfort to hear everyone's beautiful memories of him.

"Special thanks to each and every person who has donated to his funeral fund your support has touched all our hearts."

Adam Draper
Adam Draper

A GoFundMe page has been set up to pay for his funeral, stating Mr Draper had a three-year-old daughter and was due to become a dad for the second time.

The family had also only recently lost Mr Draper's father.

Now people have come forward to donate to the appeal, and wish his family well.

Already more than £1,700 has been raised towards a £5,000 total to pay for his funeral.

Lil Goodson said: "Still can't believe it, Hope you reach your target and get the send off you deserve ???xxx."

Friends and relatives are fundraising to pay for the funeral of Adam Draper, who was hit by a car and killed in Swanley
Friends and relatives are fundraising to pay for the funeral of Adam Draper, who was hit by a car and killed in Swanley

Millie Bushell donated, and said: "RIP Adam. So sad xx."

Paul Smith said his thoughts were with the family.

Police are also appealing for information surrounding the collision.

Witnesses who have not already spoken to police are urged to call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538 quoting reference DB/COJ/013/17.

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