Family's tribute to Eggbrough crash victim
The family of a man who died after he was involved in a crash with a heavy goods lorry near Eggbrough, have spoken about their loss.
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Julian Derek Barlow, 49 from Pollington, died in Leeds General Infirmary after suffering serious injuries as a result of the crash that occurred on Saturday morning.
Mr Barlow’s wife, Wendy, has now released a touching tribute to her husband as she begins to come to terms with what has happened.
She said, “Jules was the love of my life and I will forever miss him. His death has left a hole in my life that can never be filled. He was not just my husband, he was my best friend.
“Jules was a wonderful man who was genuine and caring, who was always thinking about other people.
“He had a great sense of humour and was passionate about cycling and photography.
“I would like to thank all of our friends and colleagues who have offered me so much comfort and kind words of support at this terrible time.
“I would also like to thank the members of the public and the emergency services who did so much to try and save Jules’ life at the scene. I am very grateful for their efforts.
“I ask that Jules’ family and I be left in peace to grieve in private as we come to terms with our loss.”
Police investigating the collision are still appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone who saw the incident, which happened at around 8:45 on a roundabout at the junction of the M62 and A19, south of Eggbrough is urged to contact the police immediately.
It involved a heavy goods vehicle with a white cab and a white and blue trailer and a dark grey Specialised pedal cycle, being ridden by Mr Barlow, which was travelling north on the A19, towards Eggborough.
Anyone who witnessed the collision should contact North Yorkshire Police’s Major Collision Investigation Team, select option 2 and ask for Zoë Billings. Alternatively, information can be emailed to mcit@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk. Please quote reference number 12140166874.