Family pay tribute to Michael, 24, after A500 tragedy
The family of a 24-year-old man who died on the A500 in Stoke-on-Trent last week have paid tribute to him.
Michael Heath died on Tuesday (29 July) after 'falling from the Porthill overbridge before a a collision with a white articulated LGV' travelling northbound on the D-road.
Today, one week on from the tragedy, Michael's family say he will be "missed by everyone who knew him."
In a statement, Michael's family said: "Michael was a beautiful person who loved being around his family, girlfriend and friends.
"He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
"He will always be in our hearts and will forever be our baby."
The family are being supported by specialist officers from Staffordshire Police.
The incident shut the A500 on Tuesday last week after the emergency services were called out to the northbound carriageway at 4:30am.
Officers are continuing to investigate. Contact Staffordshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 88 of 29 July if you have any information.
Alternatively, email collision investigators directly at [email protected].
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