Girl, 13, pays heartbreaking tribute to mum killed in horror smash as five arrested
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A heartbroken daughter has paid tribute to her mum who died in a horror crash over which five people have been arrested as the 13-year-old said she hopes her mum gets "lots of presents in heaven". Safia Karieem, 51, died following a collision on Manchester Road in Nelson, Lancashire, that occurred on December 15. Lancashire Police responded to reports of a crash involving a blue Volkswagen Golf and a pedestrian at around 8.30pm.
The car did not stop at the scene but was later recovered on Pennine Crescent and five people were arrested in connection with the police's investigation. Two 19-year-old men, a 20-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. A 30-year-old man was later arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and they have been bailed while enquiries continue.
The pedestrian, Safia, was killed and her family continue to be supported by specially trained family liaison officers. She leaves behind her daughters, who have paid tribute to her. They said: "In loving memory of our dear mother, who dedicated her life to caring for others in the community. Her untimely and unnecessary death has left a void in our hearts that can never be filled.
"She was a beacon of light and kindness to those who knew her, and her absence is keenly felt by those whose lives she touched. May her legacy of compassion and selflessness live on in the memories we hold dear. Rest in peace our dear mother. You will be forever missed and cherished in our hearts.".
