Tragic moment husband sacrificed himself to ‘save woman he loved’ in horror smash with truck

A selfless husband has made the ultimate sacrifice to “save the woman he loved” in a horror six-car accident with a truck.

A husband sacrificed himself to “save the woman he loved” in a horror six-car smash with a with a truck in North West England.

David Lalgee selflessly turned his car into the path of the truck to take the impact of the crash – ensuring wife Jo could escape with her life.

The 64-year-old suffered serious injuries in the horror on the M60 near Salford and tragically passed away in hospital shortly after.

Selfless husband turned car into path of lorry to take impact in crash

David turned the car so he could took the full impact in the crash. Picture: David Lalgee/Facebook

His family have paid tribute to the “devoted father and proud grandfather” and said “no words can truly capture the man David was”.

“He adored his family, and the way he loved his wife was something truly special filling their home with warmth, kindness, and steadfast devotion. His absence leaves a void that words cannot express.

“In his final moments, David did what he had always done – he put others before himself. With incredible bravery, he protected his wife, Jo, placing himself between her and the oncoming lorry that had crossed the central reservation.

“He took the full impact, sacrificing his life to save the woman he loved.”

The horror unfolded on March 20 when a truck crossed the central reservation. Picture: X

His family said “no words can truly capture the man David was”. Picture: David Lalgee/Facebook

The horror unfolded on March 20 when a truck crossed the central reservation and went into the embankment before hitting six vehicles.

David was driving one of the cars involved in the collision with wife Jo a passenger.

The truck ploughed into six vehicles. Picture: National Highways

Greater Manchester Police said previously no arrests had been made. Picture: National Highways

His family described him as a “pillar of love and support to so many” through his work as a pastor in Blackpool.

They said he “lived to serve others, always offering kindness, wisdom, and unwavering faith”.

The loved ones added: “His selflessness and compassion touched so many lives, and while our time with him was far too short, we will forever cherish the moments and memories he gave us.”

Emergency crews confirmed five people were treated at the scene for their injuries with two taken to hospital.

Greater Manchester Police said previously no arrests had been made.

This story originally appeared on The Sun and is republished here with permission

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