HE WAS ONLY 20 — A CAR CRASH TURNED INTO A NIGHTM-ARE, AND JAMIE EVANS NEVER MADE IT HOME: HIS FAMILY’S HEARTBREAKING TRIBUTE COMES AS THREE MEN ARE ARR-ESTED
THE family of a man who was stabbed to death after a car crash have paid tribute to their “wonderful son”.
Jamie Evans, 20, was attacked on Friday afternoon after his red Ford Fiesta collided with a grey Audi in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a street stabbingCredit: BPM
Jamie Evans, 20, was stabbed to deathCredit: Staffordshire Police
Passersby tried to help Jamie and paramedics urgently rushed him to the hospital.
However, despite the best efforts of medical teams, Jamie tragically died of his injuries.
Jamie’s family, who are being supported by specialist officers, have paid tribute to their wonderful son.
They said: “Jamie was so passionate about cricket and fitness, enjoying every opportunity to be active, challenge himself and spend time doing the things he loved. These passions reflected his determination, energy and zest for life.
Newcastle-under-Lyme Police attended the scene and have launched an investigationCredit: BPM
The family of the victim are being supported by specialist officersCredit: BPM
“Although his life was far too short, the love he gave, the laughter he shared and the memories he created will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
“He will be deeply loved, profoundly missed and never forgotten.
“We’d like to thank the members of the public who so kindly went to Jamie’s aid and tried to help him.”
An investigation was quickly launched and two men, aged 22 and 20, have since been arrested on suspicion of murder.
The suspects, both from the local area, remain in custody, Staffordshire Police confirmed.
Det Insp Stephen Ward said the investigation was at a “very early stage”.
He added: “We are working hard to understand more about what happened leading up to the driver of the vehicle losing his life.
“We are in the process of carrying out forensic, CCTV and house-to-house enquiries to establish the circumstances.”
Cops have urged anyone with information to contact them immediately by calling 101, or using their Live Chat,quoting incident 638 of 4 September.
To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
SOURCE: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/40289095/family-tribute-son-stabbed-death-cops-arrest-three/
