A grieving accident victim has been released from hospital following the crash which claimed his daughter's life.

Des Fenton's Honda motorbike was involved in a collision with a Land Rover Freelander in Mersea Road, Colchester, at about 8pm last Tuesday.

His daughter, Rebecca, 15, who was riding as a pillion passenger, died in the accident.

Mr Fenton was taken to Colchester General Hospital to be treated for serious leg injuries.

A spokesman said yesterday he had been discharged.

Published Tuesday July 20, 2004

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