‘RIP mate’: Tributes to man, 49, who died after motorway crash

Police are continuing their investigations into the crash

11:10, 09 May 2025

A generic view of the M53 motorway junction 6 to 7(Image: Liverpool ECHO)

Tributes have been paid to a man who died following a crash on a motorway. Emergency services were called near to junction 6 of the M53 (Eastham interchange) at around 8.15am on Thursday, May 8.

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It followed a report a white Peugeot van had been involved in a crash with a red VW car near to the Eastham exit of the M53. A 49-year-old man, from Wirral [1], was treated for his injuries at the scene [2] before being taken to hospital but has since died.

The man's family are being supported by specialist officers.

Following the news, ECHO readers have sent messages of support to the man's family and also paid tribute.

Writing on the ECHO's Facebook [3] page, Richard John Kemp said: "My thoughts and prayers go out to all involved and their families." Chris Wilson added: "Thoughts are with his family and friends."

Danny Williams said: "Sad news. RIP mate." Pat Smith also added: "Rest in peace, praying for [his] family." Paula Lee added: "Condolences to him and family."

?An investigation into the cause of the crash remains ongoing. A 64-year-old man from the Wirral remained at the scene and helped officers with their enquiries, police said.

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?Inspector Ian Cowell of Merseyside Police's roads policing said: "Our thoughts are with the man's family at this sad time and they are being supported by specialist officers.

It is now a priority for us to get answers for them about how the collision occurred and my team are working to establish key facts.

"This collision happened on a busy part of the motorway network. Early enquiries show there were a number of vehicles in the area at that time, and I believe it may have been witnessed by members of the public or have been captured on dash cameras.

"I would appeal directly to anyone who saw anything and who has yet to speak with my team to please get in touch."

Merseyside Police said the M53 southbound was expected to remain closed until around 4.30pm on Thursday, but heavy traffic was seen in the area into the evening. If you witnessed the incident or have any information about what happened, you can call 0151 777 5747 or DM @MerPOlCC quoting log ref: 25000379237.

Information can also be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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