‘One of a kind’: Tributes flow for Kelso crash victim Michael Riggs

The pregnant partner of a ‘one of a kind’ dad who died after being hit by a car in Townsville has opened up about the heartache his death has left behind.

The pregnant partner of a “one of a kind” dad who died in hospital after being hit by a car in Kelso has opened up about the heartache his death has left behind.

Eagleby man Michael Riggs, 34, was hit by a car in Kelso near the intersection of Dartmoor Drive and Dunlop St at about 4am on Sunday.

He was rushed to Townsville University Hospital in serious condition, but four days later, he tragically died from his injuries late on Thursday.

A male driver and two female passengers inside the car were reportedly uninjured in the crash.

Eagleby man Michael Riggs, 34, tragically died in hospital after being hit by a car in Kelso. Inset picture: Facebook

It’s understood Mr Riggs — a father of five — had been in Townsville visiting family at the time of the tragic incident.

Tributes have flowed from family and friends on social media since his death, with Mr Riggs remembered as ”one of a kind.”

Michael Riggs and his partner Tiarna Rade. Picture: Supplied

His partner Tiarna Rade said they had two children together, and she was currently pregnant with their third.

“It is very devastating losing Michael, knowing he left this world so young and left five children and our unborn child,” she said.

“Michael is very friendly to everyone he met he made laugh even when he was being honest.”

The Forensic Crash Unit at the scene of the crash at Dunlop St and Dartmoor Drive, Kelso.

Police investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Anyone with dashcam footage or information is urged to contact police: https://bit.ly/3gSpXTi.

Originally published as ‘One of a kind’: Tributes flow for Kelso crash victim Michael Riggs