The family of Michael Anton O'Connor said they were left "feeling sick" after one of their son's nine murderers taunted them in court.
03.06.2023 - 06:55 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The family of a young woman killed in a crash on the M62 have paid tribute to her. Kate Swale, 21, was described as someone 'everyone fell in love with'.
She died in the early hours of Saturday, May 27, when the car she was a passenger in crashed between junction 5 and 6 in Merseyside. Almost a week on from her death, Kate’s family have paid a heartfelt tribute to her memory and described how she was 'idolised' by everyone she came across.
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In a statement released by Merseyside Police, they said: “From the moment Kate was born, everyone fell in love with her.
“She was idolised by her parents Pat and Marvin, her brothers, grandparents, aunties and cousins, who were like brothers and sisters to her. Kate was adored by her boyfriend Jamie who she had recently been on holiday with.
“Kate enjoyed travelling and she was looking forward to planning a summer holiday with her friends. Kate will be sadly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting her.”
Hundreds of people came together on Thursday night at Woolton Woods where Kate used to spend time with her friends. In a moment of quiet reflection, friends and family released balloons into the sky with messages to Kate, followed by a round of applause in her memory.
A prayer reading was also given by one of Kate’s friends as those gathered paid their own tribute. Merseyside Police is still appealing for any information to assist the ongoing investigation into Kate’s death.
A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been released under investigation. Det Sgt Kurt Timpson said: “Following Kate’s death, I would like to thank the local community for their
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