Tributes to pedestrian killed on Carlisle motorway
John Burns was struck on September 14 on the M6 motorway, at junction 42, near Carlisle[1] at around 8pm.
Our readers reacted to the news.
Les Youlden said: “Not only has a Celtic fan lost his life on the M6 – rest in peace. But the poor driver who hit him has to live with that for the rest of their life.”
Judith Vaughan Melton said: “Thoughts go out to his friends and family,” and Siobhan Louise Power added: “Such a heartbreaking thing to happen.”
Steph Millar said: “Absolutely heartbreaking there’s just no words at all! Life is so very cruel at times. Rest easy.”
Pam Welsh said: “Deepest sympathy to the family.”
Allison Austin said: “Sincere condolences to all this young man’s family and friends,” and Ann Smith added: “Rest in peace young man. Love to the family.”