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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man admits killing much-loved granddad and rugby league stalwart
A man has admitted causing death by dangerous driving after a much-loved community rugby stalwart was killed in a crash. Lorry driver Cliff Tamou, from Wigan, was outside his vehicle after it had broken down on the M6 when he was struck in the smash. Ghulam Haider, the Toyota driver, was charged with causing death by dangerous driving following the incident on Thursday, February 27. READ MORE: He gave her gifts, took her roller blading - and raped her again and again READ MORE: Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney turns up at school to play football In a statement issued today (May 8), Staffordshire Police said the 22-year-old, of North Street, Dudley, has since pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving. Haider appeared at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on April 25, where he issued his plea. Emergency services were called out to reports of a collision involving a Toyota Avensis and a white MAN Truck HGV on the M6 southbound between junctions 15 and 16, near Stoke, at 9.55pm on Thursday, February 27. Cliff tragically died at the scene. Staffordshire Police says his family continue to be supported by specialist officers. In a tribute, his family previously said: "Cliff Tamou, 58, who moved to the UK over 30 years ago from New Zealand and settled in the Wigan area, was a devoted husband, father to six children and five grandchildren. Join our Court and Crime WhatsApp group HERE "He was a lorry driver for many years and loved playing, refereeing and coaching rugby. "The family have asked for their privacy to be respected in this very sad time." Haider is due to be sentenced at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Friday, June 20.
Wales Online
08-05-2025
- Wales Online
M6 driver admits causing death of beloved dad-of-six in horror crash
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Get the latest Wales Online breaking news on WhatsApp A man has admitted to causing the death of a dad-of-six following a collision on the M6. Cliff Tamou had exited his lorry at the time of the collision as it had broken down between junctions 15 and 16 southbound. A Toyota Avensis, driven by Ghulam Haider, then collided with the HGV just before 10pm on February 27, which left Mr Tamou, 58, with fatal injuries. Haider, 22, from Dudley, pleaded guilty at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on April 25 to causing death by dangerous driving. READ MORE: Man jailed after raping schoolboy as victim 'commended for bravery' Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp , click the link to join He is due to be sentenced on Friday, June 20. A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: "A man has pleaded guilty after the death of a man in a collision on the M6. "Ghulam Haider, 22, from Dudley, pleaded guilty at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on 25 April to causing the death of Cliff Tamou by dangerous driving. "We were called at 9.55pm on Thursday 27 February 2025 to reports of a collision involving a Toyota Avensis and a white MAN Truck HGV on the M6 junctions 15 and 16 southbound. "Sadly, the driver of the HGV, 58-year-old Cliff Tamou, from Wigan, who was out of the HGV as it had broken down, died at the scene. "Cliff's family continue to be supported by specialist officers. "Haider is due to be sentenced at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Friday 20 June." Following the crash, Mr Tamou's loved ones paid tribute to him. They said that the grandfather had moved to Wigan from his native New Zealand three decades ago. His heartbroken family said at the time of his death: "Cliff Tamou, 58, who moved to the UK over 30 years ago from New Zealand and settled in the Wigan area, was a devoted husband, father to six children and five grandchildren. 'He was a lorry driver for many years and loved playing, refereeing and coaching rugby. 'The family have asked for their privacy to be respected in this very sad time."
BBC News
08-05-2025
- BBC News
Dudley man admits killing lorry driver in Staffordshire M6 crash
A man has admitted killing a lorry driver in a crash on the M6 in Tamou, from Wigan, got out of his HGV after it broke down between junctions 15 and 16, near Stoke-on-Trent, on 27 died when a car driven by Ghulam Haider, 22, crashed into the lorry shortly before 22:00 GMT that of North Street, Dudley, pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on 25 April and will be sentenced on 20 June. Mr Tamou, 58, was a rugby player, coach and referee who moved to the UK from New Zealand more than 30 years his death, his family described him as a devoted husband, father to six children and grandfather to five a post on X, Salford Red Devils Women's squad said Mr Tamou was an "avid supporter" of the side, which his daughter plays for. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Beloved dad-of-six and rugby league stalwart killed in horror crash on M6
Tributes have been paid to a 'devoted' dad-of-six and well-known community rugby figure killed in a horror crash on the M6. Cliff Tamou, from Wigan, had been driving a lorry on the M6 in Staffordshire when it broke down last Thursday (February 27). The 58-year-old was outside of the vehicle when a collision involving a Toyota Avensis car took place, between junctions 16 and 15 of the M6 southbound. Tragically, Cliff suffered fatal injuries as a result of the crash. The New Zealand-born granddad-of-five was a well known figure in women's rugby league around Greater Manchester, having coached and refereed. His daughter, Sarina Tamou, plays for Salford Red Devils. In a statement issued through Staffordshire Police, Cliff's family said: "Cliff Tamou, 58, who moved to the UK over 30 years ago from New Zealand and settled in the Wigan area, was a devoted husband, father to six children and five grandchildren. "He was a lorry driver for many years and loved playing, refereeing and coaching rugby. The family have asked for their privacy to be respected in this very sad time." The Toyota driver, a 22-year-old man from Dudley, West Midlands, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Rugby league teams including Salford Red Devils and Leigh Miners Rangers have been among those paying tribute to Cliff. A spokesperson for Salford Red Devils Women wrote on X: "All at Salford Red Devils were saddened to hear of Cliff Tamou's passing. "A well-respected referee, Cliff was an avid supporter of our women's side, with his daughter, Sarina a big part of our team. The club sends their love and support to his family at such a difficult time." A Leigh Miners Rangers RL spokesperson said: "Leigh Miners Rangers are saddened to hear of the passing of Cliff Tamou. "Cliff was highly respected across the game both as a referee and coach. Cliff coached the ladies team in 2015 and 2016, and under Cliff's leadership the team reached the Challenge Cup final and lifted the Plate Trophy in 2016. "Cliff was also a great supporter of the ladies masters team and regularly refereed their games. "Cliff was a wonderful gentleman, who will be missed by all that knew him, on the field, he was well liked by players, coaches and spectators, due mainly to the way he refereed the games, the clarity of his decisions was clearly heard by everyone on the pitch. "Once the game had finished, Cliff was always happy to discuss any aspect of our great game over a pint. We send our love and prayers to Cliff's family, friends and colleagues are in our thoughts at this difficult time." We are saddened to learn about the passing of our friend Cliff Tamou. He was a true stalwart of the Community Game in the North West, immensely respected by extend our condolences to Cliff's family and the wider RL community who were lucky enough to have known him RIP — St Helens RLRS (@StHelensRLRS) March 3, 2025 Cliff was working as a lorry driver for SSO Logistics, in St Helens, at the time of the tragic collision. The company has set up a GoFundMe page to support his family. A post on the page says: "We were heartbroken to learn of the tragic accident that claimed the life of Cliff Tamou, a valued employee at SSO Logistics. "He was universally liked and well-respected, not only within our team but also throughout the wider community as a dedicated rugby league referee and coach. "Cliff leaves behind a loving wife and children. To support his family during this incredibly difficult time, we are raising funds to provide comfort and assistance. "Our deepest condolences go out to Cliff's family, friends, and colleagues. Together, we can show our love and support for those he cherished most." Staffordshire Police says Cliff's family is being supported by specially-trained officers. The Toyota driver was taken to hospital with leg and facial injuries which are not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening. Police are urging any witnesses, or anyone with relevant dashcam footage, to come forward. Information can be passed on to Staffordshire Police on 101 or online, quoting incident 783 of February 27, or by emailing ciu@
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Yahoo
Tributes to lorry driver who died in M6 crash
Tributes have been paid to a man who was killed when he was struck by a car on the M6. Cliff Tamou, from Wigan, died in the crash on the southbound carriageway between junctions 15 for Stoke-on-Trent and 16 for Crewe shortly before 22:00 GMT on Thursday. The 58-year-old's lorry had broken down and he was out of the vehicle when he was hit by a Toyota Avensis, Staffordshire Police said. A 22-year-old man from Dudley, who was driving the Toyota, suffered leg and facial injuries. He has since been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Mr Tamou's family said he moved to the UK from New Zealand more than 30 years ago, settling in Wigan. They described him as a devoted husband, father to six children and grandfather to five grandchildren. "He was a lorry driver for many years and loved playing, refereeing and coaching rugby," the family said. Staffordshire Police have appealed for anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage to get in touch. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. M6 reopens after lorry driver death closure Staffordshire Police
