A MAN who was arrested on suspicion of causing the death of a woman by dangerous driving after a crash remains in police custody.

As previously reported, a collision took place at the junction of Broad Oak Road and Delta Road in Parr, at around 7am on Wednesday, July 5.

The fatal collision involved a white Ford Fiesta and a refuse wagon, and police later named the woman who died as 47-year-old Michelle Atherton.

St Helens Star: Michelle AthertonMichelle Atherton (Image: Merseyside Police)

Paramedics treated Michelle at the scene for serious head and chest injuries, but she sadly died after being taken to hospital for urgent treatment. 

Following the incident, a 43-year-old man from St Helens remains in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and a police investigation is ongoing.

Meanwhile, the driver of the bin wagon is reported to have been assisting police with their inquiries, which are ongoing. 

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After the tragedy, Michelle's family issued a statement in tribute which read: “Our mum was the best mum that anyone could have ever dreamt or wished for.

“She had a heart of gold and a smile that would light up any room that she graced her presence with. You will be dearly missed by your four loving children, six grandchildren and your unborn grandchild. 

“We love you mum. You were taken from us too soon. We will love and cherish you forever and always.

"Michelle Maria Atherton (known to many family and friends as Shelly). We hope you rest in peace now with your mum.”

St Helens Star: A police cordon at the scene in Parr last WednesdayA police cordon at the scene in Parr last Wednesday (Image: St Helens Star)

A Merseyside Police spokesperson said on Monday: "The 43-year-old man from St Helens arrested in connection with this incident remains in police custody.

"The investigation continues and any witnesses or people with information who have not yet spoken to the incident team are encouraged to get in touch."

  • Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call the Matrix Roads Policing Unit on (0151) 777 5747, email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk, or DM @MerPolCC on Twitter quoting reference 23000603150.