'Much-loved' Glasgow spa therapist killed in M6 crash

Jade McEnroe died in a crash on the M6 in the north of England

A spa therapist from Glasgow was among five people killed in a crash on the M6 in Cumbria, which police say may have involved a car travelling in the wrong direction.

Jade McEnroe, 33, died at the scene near Tebay services on Tuesday.

Jaroslaw Rossa, 42, also died in the crash alongside two boys, aged 15 and seven.

They were all from Glasgow and had been travelling together in a Toyota. The driver of a Skoda, a 40-year-old man from Cambridgeshire, also died.

A third boy travelling in the Toyota, aged seven, was airlifted to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle with serious injuries.

The crash happened on the northbound carriageway on Tuesday at 16:04.

Cumbria Police said it had been called to reports of a Skoda travelling southbound on the northbound carriageway.

Officers were on their way to the scene when further calls said it had been involved in a head-on collision with a Toyota.

Jaroslaw Rossa was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash

Police are yet to formally identify those who died in the crash, but Ms McEnroe's employer released a statement paying tribute to her.

Rebecca Billingy, manager at the Gin Spa in Glasgow, said: "It's with deep sadness and a heavy heart that I must share the news of the death of our much-loved therapist, Jade McEnroe.

"Jade passed away on Tuesday following a tragic car accident. We will all miss her dearly, as she was not only our co-worker but our friend, who brightened every day with the warmest smile.

"She was the kindest soul and a devoted mother, and her devastating loss will undoubtedly be felt by many people. Our thoughts are with Jade's family, and we send hope and love to her son who remains in hospital. "

Maggie Snodgrass, whose daughter Nicola was a close friend of Ms McEnroe, told BBC Scotland News: “I’m shocked.

“She was such a nice lassie - a good mum, family lassie. She always had a smile.

“My heart goes out to all concerned, no words can describe it, the pain those families have been through."

Cumbria Police said it had been called out to reports of a car travelling in the wrong direction

Wagamama CEO Thomas Heier paid tribute to Mr Rossa on Thursday, calling him a "cherished chef and friend" who had formed "unforgettable relationships" with colleagues and customers.

He had worked at the Wagamama in the Silverburn shopping centre for eight years and Mr Heier said his colleagues were "heartbroken".

He added: "His warmth, dedication and kindness are the characteristics of Jaroslaw that will stay with the team long after his passing.

"We send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to his family, which we know he was deeply devoted to.

"Jaroslaw, you will live in our hearts and minds forever."

Police said the families of those involved in the crash were being supported by specially trained officers.

The crash happened on the M6 Northbound, north of Tebay services

Eyewitnesses said they were stuck in stationary traffic near the crash for more than three hours and could "see black smoke and flames".

Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service sent four fire engines from Penrith, Kendal and Shap and crews remained at the crash for several hours.

The Great North Air Ambulance, North West Ambulance Service and volunteer Beep Doctors were also in attendance.

Cumbria Police thanked members of the public who assisted at the scene.

Officers have appealed for eyewitnesses and anyone with information to come forward.