Family tribute to woman who died following collision in Preston

Monday, 27 April 2026 11:52

By Central Radio News

A family have paid tribute to an ‘outgoing woman who would do anything for anyone’ who died following a road traffic collision in Preston.

The emergency services were called to Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood, near to Preston College, around 6.50pm on 13th February, to a report of a collision.

Lancashire Police officers attended and found that a Kia Carens car had been in collision with a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, Patricia Welsh, 75, was taken to hospital with serious injuries and very sadly, she passed away on 20th April.

In a loving and emotional tribute, Patricia’s family said: “She was a loving mum to two kids, a sister to many siblings, a grandmother to a grandson who she adored.

“She was an outgoing woman, very independent and would do anything for anyone.

“She enjoyed shopping, seeing friends and the odd time, having a cheeky gamble on the machines.

“If she knew of anyone who was struggling for food, she would make them some food.

“When her neighbour was taken ill, she went to see him everyday to make sure he was safe and looked after.”

Enquiries into the collision continue.

Det Sgt Matt Davidson, Road Policing’s Lead Investigating officer, said: “The investigation is ongoing and I would like to appeal again to you, the public, for your assistance.

“If you were driving along Sharoe Green Lane on Friday 13th February, near to Preston College, at around 6.50pm and saw Patricia crossing the road, please get in touch.

“I would especially like to speak to the driver of a white Citroen DS3 who may have important information which can assist us in our investigation.

“If this was you, I ask you to contact the police.

“Anyone who has information or has dashcam footage from the area around the time the collision happened, please come forward to speak to us.”

Contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at SCIU@lancashire.police.uk, quoting log 1163 of 13th February.