THE family of a 22-year-old killed by a train at Guildford station have paid tribute to a loving man who lit up the lives of everyone around him.

Ryan Harrison, from Woking, died after falling in the gap between a train, which had just started pulling out of the station, and the platform edge on Saturday night.

Paramedics attended but sadly Ryan was pronounced dead at the scene.

In a statement, Ryan’s family said: “Ryan was the biggest, brightest ray of sunshine for us. He loved life, his family and his friends.

“He was a brother, son and boyfriend - we were so lucky to have him in our lives.

“He always looked so smart and gorgeous. He was ambitious in life and loved to party. He was a true sun worshipper and always had to have a tan.

“His family have been totally devastated by his loss, and we ask to be left in peace and given time to grieve. We would like to thank everyone for their kind words and tributes - we take strength from seeing how much he was loved by everyone who knew him.

“He had the biggest, kindest heart, and a bright light has been turned off in all of us who knew and loved him. Rest in peace Ryan, sleep tight our darling.”

It is believed Ryan, who was with a friend at the time, was involved in an altercation with a group of men shortly before his death.

Two 19-year-olds, both from Guildford, and a third man, from Cranleigh, were arrested and have been quizzed on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident.

All have been released on bail until May.