The daughters of the woman who sadly died following a collision in Nelson have paid a heartbreaking tribute to “the most awesomest mum”.
Safia Karieem (51) died following a collision on Manchester Road in Nelson at 8.30pm on Sunday.
Paying tribute, her daughters said their mother dedicated her life to caring for others in the community and that her unnecessary death would leave a void in their hearts that can never be filled.
Her eldest daughter, 26-Year-Old Tahreem, said: “There are no words to express the depth of my sorrow and the void you have left behind.
“Your love was boundless; your kindness was unmatched. The way you are taken from us is unbearable, and the pain of losing you is overwhelming! I love you a lot mum.”
Safia’s youngest daughter, Rijja (13) said: “I just want to say that my mum was the most awesomest mum I could ever ask for. She would always ask me if I was ok and if everything was ok at school.
“Hearing the news hurt my heart but she is in a better place now and I hope she gets lots of presents in heaven and meets my grandparents.
“People dying is normal, but it still hurts knowing they won’t stay forever. I never got a chance to say goodbye or that I love her but one day I will get the chance and one day and we will be a happy family again.”
Police are still appealing for information following the incident.
At 8.30pm on Sunday, police received a report of a collision between a blue Volkswagen Golf and a pedestrian on Manchester Road in Nelson.
Safia, the pedestrian (pictured), died following the collision.
The car left the scene but was later recovered on Pennine Crescent and five people were arrested in connection with our 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.
They have been bailed whilst enquiries continue.
DCI John McNamara said: “Safia’s children have paid a heartbreaking tribute to their mum, as we continue to investigate the collision.
“First and foremost, my thoughts remain with Safia’s children and her loved ones, at what must be an incredibly difficult time.
“Our investigation is ongoing, and we’re continuing to appeal for information that could assist our enquiries.
“We know that there will have been other people driving on Manchester Road around the time of the collision. If this was you, and you have information, or dashcam footage of the blue VW Golf on Manchester Road, or heading towards the Pennine Crescent area, I’d urge you to get in touch.”
You can phone 101, quoting log 1156 of December 15, or contact the Serious Collision Investigation Uni: [email protected]
