Unidentified Man Killed on M1 After Crossing Busy Motorway
It’s been over a year since a tragic fatal accident on the M1 motorway left a young man dead and unidentified. On November 29, 2019, the victim was struck by several vehicles while attempting to cross the northbound carriageway at junction 18. He died at the scene.
Police Appeal for Information to Identify Victim
Detective Sergeant Mahesh Patel spoke out, saying: “It’s been a year now since this fatal road traffic collision and despite extensive enquiries, including circulating this man’s DNA and fingerprints internationally, his identity still remains unknown.”
He added, “This man is someone’s son and somewhere out there, he has a family who may have no idea that he has sadly died. I’m therefore really keen to re-appeal for information in the hope that we might be able to get in touch with a relative so he can be properly laid to rest. Even someone with the smallest piece of information is encouraged to come forward.”
Distinctive Features and E-Fit Released
Experts from liverpool/" title="Liverpool" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Liverpool John Moores University have created an e-fit to help identify the man. He is described as aged late teens to early 20s, around 5ft 1in tall, with black hair and brown eyes.
- Wispy facial hair
- Old piercing in left ear lobe
- Two faint linear scars on back of lower left arm (1.5cm and 3cm)
At the time of death, he wore a black long-sleeved top with “The Urban Club, Bronx” printed on it, a black and grey jumper, and black jeans. He carried a European plug phone charger, some euros, and a Samsung mobile phone containing an Orange France sim card.
Suspected Illegal Entry and Dangerous Crossing
It is believed the man may have illegally entered the UK, possibly disembarking from a lorry. CCTV and investigations suggest he crossed the southbound carriageway of the M1, making it across all three lanes before being hit attempting to cross the northbound side.
Can You Help Identify Him?
Anyone who recognises this young man or has any information should contact Northamptonshire Police on 101. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
