Tributes pour in for dad with ‘biggest heart’ who died in car crash in St Helens

Tributes have poured in for a young dad with the ‘biggest heart and biggest smile’ who died in a car crash in St Helens this week.

Merseyside Police confirmed emergency services were called to reports of a car crash on Scafell Road, St Helens, at around 2am on Thursday August 11th.

Twenty-four-year-old Jordan Yates was found at the scene, but sadly died a short while later.

Detective Sergeant Kurt Timpson from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of the man who sadly lost his life this morning.

“They are being supported by our specially trained liaison officers while the investigation commences.

“I would appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident or properties in the area that may have CCTV or doorbell footage to please contact us.”

Since the news of his death, tributes have been pouring in for Jordan from heartbroken friends and family, including the owners of The Duke pub, who said in a social media post: “Woke up to the saddest news of Jordan Yates’ passing who I would class as not just a friend but also as a brother! 

“Jordan always came into the pub with the biggest heart and biggest smile, of course, spending many nights stood in the corner chatting s**t with me.

“I feel literally like I’ve a lost family [member]. Words can’t explain the way this feels to me.

Jordan Yates / Facebook

“So tonight we will be raising our glasses for Jordan from 9pm. All family and friends will receive a free drink from me. Absolutely devastated.”

“Love you always Jordan mate fly high in the sky.”

Another person added: “Can’t actually get my head around it!! Too young to go! RIP Jordan brother, until we meet again.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dash cam is asked to contact SCIU on (0151) 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk. Alternatively, DM @MerPolCC quoting reference 22000584994.