Four Men Die in Huyton Car Crash, Families Share Tributes
A black Cupra Formentor veered off Liverpool Road in early hours, leaving one passenger hospitalised.
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Carla Rooney
Four men in their 20s were killed in a car crash in Huyton, with a fifth passenger hospitalised.
Emergency services converged on the scene in the early hours, closing the carriageway to manage the severe incident. A fifth passenger, aged 27, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received treatment at a local hospital.
Merseyside Police launched an immediate investigation into the collision's cause, including determining the driver's identity. Authorities have appealed for witnesses and any relevant doorbell footage.
Eyewitnesses described the vehicle as having 'split in two,' with debris scattered across the road. The impact was catastrophic.
The victims, all local to the area, faced a night out that tragically concluded in devastation. A local shopkeeper articulated the community's shock, calling for increased road safety awareness for younger drivers.
This incident echoes a persistent concern within the community regarding road safety. The call for greater awareness follows a recurring issue.
Jack Diggle, 23, a devoted Everton FC supporter, also found passion in darts. His family confirmed his plans to travel to Blackpool with friends for a darts event, an outing he eagerly anticipated.
Jack's mother recounted a meal shared on Thursday, describing it as 'such a lovely time, just mother and son, enjoying each other's company.' She stated, 'Little did I know that it would be the last time we would spend together.'
Little did I know that it would be the last time we would spend together.
The profound loss of Jack has 'left a hole in our lives and in our hearts that can never be filled,' his mother confirmed. The grief is palpable among the families.
Benjamin Dooley, 23, leaves behind his sister, Demi, who expressed her heartbreak. 'Ben my little brother my one and only sibling, the one who always gave me advice and looked out for me, my heart is broken,' she stated.
Demi continued, ''Feels like a terrible dream, I miss you so much already, the laughs we had and all the memories I will cherish for ever. love you my brother till we meet again.''
Andrew Roberts, 24, was mourned by his mother, Linda. 'My beautiful blue-eyed boy, I can’t believe I’m having to even write this. My sweetheart boy could never do no wrong, my life will never be the same with you not here,' she declared.
Andrew's family added, 'Our beautiful Andrew. Your heart is full of kindness and that's why so many people love you. Our worlds are shattered, and we just keep waiting for you to come through the door saying this is all a dream, but it's never going to come.'
His brothers, Carl and Thomas, referred to him as 'Pip, our baby bro.' They stated, 'Even though you were our younger brother we always looked up to you. You will always be the glue to our crazy family. We Love you lil bro.'
Craig Shackleton-Brady, 26, was a devoted father to his two children. His family highlighted, 'Craig was a devoted and loving father to his two children who were always at the centre of his world.'
His pride in being a dad shone through in everything he did. The love he gave his family will continue to live on in their hearts forever, his family confirmed.