Family tribute paid to John Newton after fatal road collision in Norris Green

The family of 81-year-old John Newton, who died in a road traffic collision in Norris Green last weekend, have paid tribute.

Emergency services were called to Utting Avenue East at 6.27pm on Sunday 25 February to reports that a male pedestrian had been injured in a collision with a silver Ford Transit van.

John was taken to hospital but sadly passed away the following day.

In a tribute, John’s family said: “The family wish to express their sincere thanks to everyone that came to help our beloved Dad. John is missed by his whole family including children, grandchildren and the community we live in.

"He was well known in the area having owned his own garage and worked as a mechanic for over 50 years before semi-retiring last year. He was still very active and enjoying running and cycling.

"We hope that those responsible for his death or that know anything will have a turn of conscience and come forward to the police. He will forever be in our hearts.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact Serious Collision Investigation Unit on (0151) 777 5747, or email [email protected]. Alternatively, DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111, quoting reference 24000203760.

A 25-year-old man from Norris Green and a 44-year-old woman from Westvale in Kirkby have been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and drug driving offences.

A 37-year-old man from Mossley Hill has also been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

All three have been released on police bail pending further enquiries.