THE family of a young mum tragically killed in a crash this week has paid tribute to a woman ‘full of life and love’.

Martine Hearn, from Bruton, sadly died following a two-vehicle collision on the A371 in Evercreech, near Shepton Mallet, at around 8am on Wednesday (January 4).

Now, the 24-year-old’s family has paid tribute to a ‘beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, partner, and mother’.

Martine Hearn. Photo: Avon & Somerset Police

“On Wednesday, our family was devastated at the loss of our beautiful Martine,” they said.

“She was 24 years old and full of life and love, and she leaves behind her four-year-old son.

“She will always be a beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, partner, and mother.

“The world will be a darker place without the brightness of her smile.

“We would like to thank all of the emergency services and public who were at the scene and tried to help our beautiful Martine. We are incredibly grateful for your efforts.”

The family also thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers but requested privacy while they grieve.

“Our thoughts remain with the family during this incredibly difficult time, and they are being supported by one of our specially trained family liaison officers,” said an Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson.

Officers are appealing for witnesses who may have been in the area, or anyone with relevant dashcam footage, to contact 101 and quote reference 5223001826 to the call handler.