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Tributes have been paid to a “larger than life” great-grandmother who died after being hit by a car in Nelson.

Sandra Diplock, 64, from Rhymney, was taken to hospital following the incident on Shingrig Road on Wednesday April 19.

She remained in hospital until she sadly passed away on August 31.

Paying tribute, her family said: “The passing of Sandra, our perfect mam, wife, mother-in-law, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, in such tragic circumstances, will leave a void in our lives that will never be filled.

“Our mam was larger than life, was well-known and had many friends.

“We can’t imagine life without her, she was our queen and she will missed dearly but never forgotten.”

They continued: “As a family we would like to thank everyone for their messages of support, kind wishes and beautiful flowers.

“We have all been overwhelmed by everyone’s kindness at this difficult time. We would like to thank the staff at the University Hospital of Wales, especially those on ward T4 where mam spent most of her time.

“They provided her with the best care and helped us so much as a family.”

Gwent Police has said the family is receiving specialist support from officers while enquiries continue.