‘Amazing’ Phil is killed in M58 crash
THE wife of a man killed in a crash on the M58 has paid tribute to ‘‘the most amazing husband and father’’.
Phil Anderson, of Skelmersdale, was hit by a lorry at about 4.30pm on Friday, January 8 near Junction 5 at Skelmersdale. He died at the scene.
The driver of the lorry was said to be unhurt but shocked and Lancashire police closed the road for about six hours after the accident.
Phil’s wife, Louise, said: “Our family has been devastated by this tragic accident. We have lost the most amazing husband and father.
“He made life perfect for his heartbroken wife and son. Our lives will never be the same.
‘‘We appreciate everybody’s kind words and thoughts at this devastating time, we know how well loved Phil was by so many people. However at this time there are no words to express how we feel so we ask for privacy and understanding.”
Lancashire police are appealing for witnesses to contact officers over the fatal incident.
Sgt Adam Crossley, of Lancashire Constabulary’s Road Policing Unit, said: “This was a tragic incident where a man sadly lost his life and I would appeal for any witnesses or anyone with information to get in touch with us.
“I would also like to thank those motorists caught up in this incident for their patience and co-operation while we and partner agencies dealt with what was a tragic and complicated scene.”
Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting log number 0977 of January 5.