A former police officer who had recently returned from Spain has died of suspected coronavirus.
Paul Pettitt, who was in his 50s, died after reportedly contracting Covid-19.
Lincolnshire Police have now paid tribute to the 'top bloke', known as 'Pap', who had retired about five or six years ago.
Sergeant Rick Mosley wrote on Twitter : "Just heard that my old skipper, dive buddy and good mate Paul Pettitt has succumbed to the coronavirus.
"He was a top bloke. Very funny, with some fantastic stories of policing. Under that great humour was a very sharp mind.
"Take care mate and rest in peace."
Former Assistant Chief Constable Shaun West commented: "Had the privilege to work alongside Pap as Sergeants 2001-3.
"Very fond memories of a gentleman with a great sense of humour.
"Sending my best wishes to his friends, family and colleagues. We will all be touched by his loss."
And ex-Deputy Chief Constable Helen Roach tweeted: "So sad to hear this terrible news.
"Paul was one of my brilliant sergeants on my shift at Lincoln. Just an all-round police officer and the nicest of men."
Lincolnshire Police Dog Section added: " RIP "Pap" - taken too soon."
Andy Pearson posted to say that he was hearing "really sad news" that an "ex-colleague who came back from Spain a few weeks ago has passed away to the horrible virus today {April 1] in Lincoln."
He said that Mr Pettitt would have been in his late 50s and said he was relatively healthy.
Glen Harris wrote that Mr Pettitt was "top man on my shift at Lincoln".
