Tributes paid to Glasgow man and woman who died in crash after car 'travelled wrong way down M6'

Tributes have been paid to a man and a woman who died in a crash which killed three others on the M6 in Cumbria.

Five people were killed in the crash involving a Skoda and a Toyota at 4.04pm on Tuesday on the motorway heading north past Tebay Services.

A 42-year-old man and a 33-year-old woman who died have been named as Jaroslaw Rossa and Jade McEnroe from Glasgow.

Two boys aged 15 and seven, also from Glasgow and were travelling in the Toyota, were pronounced dead at the scene.

A second seven-year-old boy, who was in the Toyota, was airlifted to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle where he remains in a serious condition.

The 40-year-old male driver of the Skoda, from Cambridgeshire, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Cumbria Police investigating the collision said one vehicle involved in the crash may have been travelling the wrong way after officers received reports of a Skoda travelling southbound on the northbound carriage.

The Gin Spa in Glasgow, where Ms McEnroe worked, paid tribute to her on social media.

In a statement, they said: “It’s with deep sadness and a heavy heart that I must share the news of the death of our much-loved therapist, Jade McEnroe.

“Jade passed away on Tuesday following a tragic car accident.

“We will all miss her dearly, as she was not only our co-worker but our friend, who brightened every day with the warmest smile.

“She was the kindest soul and a devoted mother, and her devastating loss will undoubtedly be felt by many people.

“Our thoughts are with Jade’s family, and we send hope and love to her son who remains in hospital.”

Tributes have also been paid to Mr Rossa, who worked as a chef at wagamama in Silverburn.

Wagamama CEO Thomas Heier said in memory of Mr Rossa: “We are heartbroken to hear the tragic news of the passing of Jaroslaw Rossa, a cherished wagamama chef and friend.

“For the past eight years, Jaroslaw has made a huge impression while working at his home restaurant, wagamama Silverburn.

“Forming unforgettable relationships with the team members and guests who had the pleasure of knowing him.

“Memories made at Silverburn will last a lifetime. His warmth, dedication and kindness are the characteristics of Jaroslaw that will stay with the team long after his passing.

“We send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to his family, for which we know he was deeply devoted to. Jaroslaw, you will live in our hearts and minds forever.”

Police said formal identification is yet to take place.

Anyone with information regarding the collision is being urged to contact police online at https://orlo.uk/MUAd3 , quoting incident number 146 of October 15 2024.

Witnesses can also call 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.