AN INQUEST into the death of a soldier who died in a crash on the A420 will be held today.

Ross Standing died in a collision between his car and a HGV on the road between Upper Faringdon Turn and Littleworth on July 14.

Mr Standing, aged 27, was based at RAF Brize Norton.

In a heartfelt tribute shortly after his death Mr Standing was described as a loving father, who left behind three children and a wife.

The inquest will be held at Oxfordshire Coroners Court today at 11.30am.