A BRADFORD man who died in a horror crash on the M62 yesterday morning has been named locally.

Mohammed Shaan Hussain, 20, was killed in the crash which happened at 4:20am, after the car flipped onto its roof and erupted in fire.

The news was shared on Facebook group Janaza Announcements.

Councillor Ralph Berry, for the Wibsey ward, said: “It’s a terrible tragedy.

“My thoughts are with the family of the deceased.

“We will wait to hear more from the enquiries that will follow.”

One close friend said: “Very sad day for me.

“Today my best friend has left this material world. He was a super, human being. I shall always miss him. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. May Allah bless his soul with the highest place in the garden of Jannat. Amin”

Another tribute said: “Gutted he has passed. He truly was one of a kind! He will be greatly missed. Heartbroken.”

In a statement released by West Yorkshire Police, yesterday a spokesperson said: “Police are investigating a road traffic collision which took place on the M62 in the early hours of this morning which has resulted in the death of one person and the serious injury of another.

“The collision took place on the westbound carriageway, between junctions 22 and 23, at around 4:20am and involved one vehicle.

“The westbound M62 remains closed as enquiries take place to establish what happened.

“Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or the circumstances leading up to it, or may have dashcam footage, is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police by calling 101, or go online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat quoting reference 143 of 21/12.”

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From Mohammed Fayyaz

Share your tribute hereSo sad to hear of another young life lost, his dear family left heartbroken, may he rest in eternal peace 🕊️ 😭 💔

From Pat Bleau

Share your tribute herePrayers for his family at this time. May God give you peace that passes understanding. He as a kind happy face. Pat

From Qasim M

Share your tribute hereReally really sad news, met him a few days ago and he had a personality that was larger than life. He was so full of energy and always smiling. I hope Allah blesses him with Jannat and gives Sabr to his family. You’ll be missed Shaan ❤️