THE heartbroken family of a 24-year-old who died in a collision on the A303 earlier this month have paid tribute to an "inspirational" young woman.

Elisha Clarke suffered life-threatening injuries when she was a passenger in Citroen C1 which was involved in a collision with a Ford Focus at 4.48pm on Friday, May 12.

The collision happened on the A303, near Andover, between junctions of the A343 and A3057.

Elisha, of Derwent Road, Thatcham, was taken to Southampton General Hospital but died in hospital on Monday, May 22.

Today her family have paid tribute to her. They said: “We are heartbroken at the loss of our lovely Elisha.

“Elisha had so many dreams, she was attending university and was passing with firsts.

“She wanted to travel the world and see the beauty that lies there.

“She is so loved by her parents, sister, nieces and her many friends and family.

“She inspired people to be the best they can be.

“Her friends weep for their fallen sister but Elisha has a new adventure to find.

“Elisha will be young and beautiful forever and never forgotten”.

Investigations into the exact circumstances of the collision are continuing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Hampshire Police 101, quoting reference 44170178722.