Woman who died in Glenfield A50 crash outside petrol station named
A mother-of-three from Markfield in Leicestershire, Samantha Dyson, has been named as the woman who died in a crash on the A50, near Glenfield, on Saturday, December 30. The 41-year-old, who also used her maiden name Ayton, was hit by a car outside the Shell petrol station in Groby road. Emergency services attended the scene shortly after 11pm where Samantha, known to family and friends as Sammy, was pronounced dead.
A 35-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving[1], in connection with the incident, has since been released under investigation. Sammy's family has today released a statement speaking of their devastation. They described her as a "light in the dark".
Sammy with her sons, Keane and Billy. (Image: Leicestershire Police)
They said in a joint tribute: "In loving memory of Sammy. Precious and beautiful mum to Stella, Keane and Billy. Beloved daughter of Ken and Miki and stepdaughter of Teresa.
Much missed sister of Joanna, Catherine, Jamie, Michael, Francesca, Olivia and Alex. A cherished aunty. "We are devastated.
We love and miss you and your beautiful smile. You always knew how to make the most out of life and were a light in the dark for all of us. Until we see you again."
Sammy also leaves behind her daughter, Stella. (Image: Leicestershire Police)Sammy's family has also asked for privacy while they come to terms with their loss.
Meanwhile, Leicestershire Police continues to investigate the incident. The force previously said the crash involved a grey Toyota Prius. Anyone who with information or dashcam footage that could assist the investigation is asked to contact the police via www.leics.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting reference number 23*798577.
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References
- ^ 35-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving (www.leicestermercury.co.uk)
- ^ Man in 20s from Leicestershire dies in A590 Cumbria crash (www.leicestermercury.co.uk)
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