Readers pay tribute to 'lovely lad' Michael
Echo readers have paid tribute to Michael Giblin, who died in hospital after a serious crash on New Year's Eve.
Michael Giblin, 32, from Hendon. died in hospital on January 10 and was named by police the following Wednesday.Kind words and tributes have flooded in from Sunderland Echo readers.
Lee Michelle said: “RIP mate. Was the best kid ever met. Until we meet again. Fly high bro. Heart goes out to you and your family.”
Hannah Scorer commented: “Gutted. What a lovely lad as well. Such a shame. Can’t believe it.”
Pat Robson said: “RIP Michael. You must have fought so hard to stay. Thinking of your poor family and friends at this terrible time. Fly high young man. So heartbreaking.”
Andrew Stuart Neil said: “Rest In Peace. So very sad.”
Laura Smiler Robinson added: “Thoughts go out to his family.”
Allison Swainston said: “RIP. Thoughts to his family. Utterly heartbreaking.”
Tammie Lorraine Day added: “Saw this crash on the way to work. Such sad news. RIP.”
Jennifer Moore commented: “Rest in Peace young man. So sad. Condolences to family and friends. Come on everyone. If you saw anything get in touch with the police. The family need answers.”
Police are still appealing for information after the crash, which happened at 8.15pm on December 31, in Durham Road, Sunderland. Officers were called to the scene of a two-vehicle collision at the Prospect Junction, where the A690 meets Premier Road.
Michael’s family are being supported by specialist officers as an investigation is ongoing into the circumstances.