POLICE have named the Chingford motorcyclist who died when his bike hit a tree.

Paul Lee, 42, of Dale View Crescent, was riding a red and white Yamaha motorbike on the B1057 at Cornish Hall End, near Finchingfield, Essex, on Monday, August 31.

His bike left the road at around 6.15pm.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers are appealing for witnesses.

If you have information call the road policing officers at Dunmow on 0300 33 44 44.

Did you know Paul Lee? If so leave a tribute to him at the bottom of this article or email jmoyes@london.newsquest.co.uk or call 07795451058.