Shock and sadness as man, 24, dies in road tragedy at Moss Bank

As reported earlier today, 24-year-old Jordan Yates died after a car left Scafell Road, Moss Bank and struck a tree on a grass verge at 2am on Thursday, August 11.

Scafell Road was closed in both directions between Moss Bank and Haresfinch while police cordons protected the scene.

A severely damaged blue Renault Megane was on the grass verge - next to a farmer's field - with debris over the floor from the crash close to Newby Place.

The tragedy has left the Moss Bank community shocked and saddened.

Jordan Yates

Dozens of Star readers have posted messages of condolence on social media.

One resident who was awoken in the early hours said a number of young people were at the scene.

He said: “I saw the lights at 2am and girls screaming on the grass there. They were in shock. It’s so sad and awful. “

The stretch of road between Moss Bank and Haresfinch has seen a number of collisions in the past.

The resident suggested safety measures could be put in place along the long stretch of road, part of which runs under a bridge for the East Lancs Road.

The cause of this morning’s tragedy remains under investigation.

The resident added: “There are lots of accidents on this road.

“All emergency services were here; they did all they could to help the lad. They were brilliant but not good enough sadly.

“It’s so sad really because they are all young and they’ll never get over seeing that."

Dozens of people have been posting messages on social media.

Gary Crickson wrote on Facebook: "RIP champ. There will always be love in my heart for you xx."

Debbie Bowden wrote: "Condolences to his family and friends, particularly his young family. Such a tragic loss xxx."

Police, meanwhile, are appealing for information following the fatal collision.

Appeal for witnesses

Detective Sergeant Kurt Timpson, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at Merseyside Police, said: “Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of the man who sadly lost his life this morning.

"They are being supported by our specially trained liaison officers while the investigation commences.

“I would appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident or properties in the area that may have CCTV or doorbell footage to please contact us.”

How to contact police

Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact SCIU on (0151) 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk.

Alternatively, DM @MerPolCC quoting reference 22000584994.