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Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Yahoo
Family pay tribute to 'bright, strong-willed man'
The family of a 21-year-old who died in a lorry crash on the M11 has paid tribute to his "quiet strength and deep conviction". Luke Cusack, from Loughton in Essex, was driving close to Great Hallingbury near Stansted Airport when he died in a three-vehicle crash involving a HGV on 16 June. Another man was also seriously injured and the lorry driver, a 57-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. In a statement, his family said: "Luke was a bright, strong-willed young man, known for his determination and unique energy." They shared how Mr Cusack had a "rare gift for unexpected conversations - blending humour, insight, curiosity and knowledge. "He lived with quiet strength and deep conviction, leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. "His smile was big and unforgettable, and his laugh - contagious and full of life." "Luke had dreams and plans. He was building a future on his own terms, chasing his goals with quiet focus and unwavering drive. "He approached life with intention, spoke with honesty, and made even small moments feel meaningful." His relatives added they wanted to give their "deepest gratitude" to the emergency services that attended the scene and witnesses. In the tribute, released through Essex Police, they asked for privacy as they dealt with their "unimaginable loss". "As a family, we are shattered. There are no words. Our lives will never be the same," they said. Police have urged anyone with information or dashcam footage relating to the crash to contact them. The opening of the inquest into Mr Cusack's death heard he was killed when a lorry "breached the central reservation" and struck his vehicle while he was travelling southbound. Area coroner Michelle Brown adjourned the inquest while police continued their inquiries. Police had shut the motorway in both directions for 12 hours between the airport and Harlow. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Driver died when lorry 'breached' motorway barrier Overturned lorry closes motorway Essex Police
BBC News
06-07-2025
- BBC News
Luke Cusack's family pay tribute to 'bright, strong-willed man'
The family of a 21-year-old who died in a lorry crash on the M11 has paid tribute to his "quiet strength and deep conviction".Luke Cusack, from Loughton in Essex, was driving close to Great Hallingbury near Stansted Airport when he died in a three-vehicle crash involving a HGV on 16 man was also seriously injured and the lorry driver, a 57-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous a statement, his family said: "Luke was a bright, strong-willed young man, known for his determination and unique energy." 'Unforgettable' smile They shared how Mr Cusack had a "rare gift for unexpected conversations - blending humour, insight, curiosity and knowledge."He lived with quiet strength and deep conviction, leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met."His smile was big and unforgettable, and his laugh - contagious and full of life.""Luke had dreams and plans. He was building a future on his own terms, chasing his goals with quiet focus and unwavering drive. "He approached life with intention, spoke with honesty, and made even small moments feel meaningful."His relatives added they wanted to give their "deepest gratitude" to the emergency services that attended the scene and the tribute, released through Essex Police, they asked for privacy as they dealt with their "unimaginable loss"."As a family, we are shattered. There are no words. Our lives will never be the same," they said. Investigation continues Police have urged anyone with information or dashcam footage relating to the crash to contact opening of the inquest into Mr Cusack's death heard he was killed when a lorry "breached the central reservation" and struck his vehicle while he was travelling coroner Michelle Brown adjourned the inquest while police continued their had shut the motorway in both directions for 12 hours between the airport and Harlow. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
BBC News
02-07-2025
- BBC News
M11 driver died when lorry 'breached' central barrier in Essex
A man was killed when a lorry "breached the central reservation" on a motorway and struck his vehicle, an inquest Cusack suffered fatal head injuries in the collision on the M11 in Essex, the coroner's court was happened as the 21-year-old, from Loughton, was driving near Great Hallingbury, south of London Stansted Airport, at about 14:30 BST on 16 lorry driver, 57, was arrested on suspicion of causing both Mr Cusack's death and seriously injuring another man by dangerous driving. He was later released on Highways previously said the HGV "overturned" in what became a three-vehicle shut the M11 in both directions for 12 hours between the airport and Harlow as crews repaired damage to the second man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries after the BBC asked Essex Police to provide an update on his condition. Opening an inquest into Mr Cusack's death, area coroner Michelle Brown said: "He was travelling southbound on the M11 when a vehicle on the northbound track breached the central reservation and struck his vehicle."He sustained significant injuries and his death was sadly confirmed by a paramedic at 15:06."Ms Brown adjourned the inquest while police continued their investigation into the lorry have appealed for anyone with information or dashcam footage to come forward. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
