Police have named the victim of fatal crash in the Borders.

Paul Thomas Johnson, 31, from Berwick upon Tweed tragically died in a road traffic collision on the A1 in the early hours of Saturday morning.

He died when his Renault Clio, which was travelling north on the A1, was involved in a collision with another vehicle that was travelling south. 

He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

In a statement released through Police Scotland, Mr Johnson’s family said: "Paul was a loving son, father, brother and friend. He will always be remembered for his sense of humour and big smile."

Sergeant Scott Sneddon of the Road Policing Unit added: "Our sincere condolences go to the family of the driver at this very sad time. Enquiries into the full circumstances are ongoing.

"I’m appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this collision, stopped at the scene or anyone with information which can help with our investigation, to get in touch."

Those with information are asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555 111.