Flight Attendant Dies in Horror M2 Crash – Drunk Driver Arrested
Tragic Loss on London-Bound M2
Flight attendant Heidie Lee Locke, 50s, died instantly in a fatal collision on the London-bound carriageway of the M2. The United Airlines crew member was behind the wheel of a red Nissan Qashqai when a red Mercedes-Benz C 200 AMG smashed into her car. Paramedics fought to save her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Drunk Driver Detained Over Deadly Smash
A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by reckless and intoxicated driving. The shocking crash shut down London-bound lanes for ten hours while police carried out a full investigation.
Tributes Pour in for ‘Lovely and Caring’ Heidie
“She was a lovely woman whose life was tragically cut short,” said Teresa Delafons, a close coworker. “Heidi was always up for a laugh and kept us entertained on flights. Everyone who knew her will miss her terribly.”
Heidie started her career at Pan Am before joining United Airlines, based in London.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police are urgently seeking the driver of a light-coloured van who may have seen the Mercedes speeding past before the crash. Officers believe this witness could hold key information. The Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) also want to hear from anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage.
Witnesses should quote reference AH/SC/131/22 and contact SCIU on 01622 798538 or email [email protected].
Miss Locke’s brother in America has been informed of the tragic news.
