M4 crash: Family pay tribute to 'loving' mother and daughter

Mum and daughter Cheryl Woods and Sarha Smith were described as being "devoted to their family"

A family have paid tribute to a "loving" mother and daughter who died in a motorway crash.

Cheryl Woods, 61, and Sarha Smith, 40, from Caerphilly in south Wales were killed in a five-vehicle collision during Storm Babet on Friday.

Four cars and a lorry were involved in the crash, which happened on the M4 between J18 (Bath) and J17 (Chippenham) at about 09:10 BST.

Mother-of-six Ms Smith was described as "unselfishly devoted" to her family.

Paying tribute in a statement, the women's family said: "Cheryl Woods was cherished by those in her life, fulfilled the roles of a loving mother, doting grandmother, cherished sister, and a dear friend.

"Her selflessness was a defining trait, consistently prioritising her family's well-being over her own and she took immense pride in her Welsh heritage while nurturing a deep love for nature.

"Sarha Smith, in the footsteps of her mother, unselfishly devoted herself to her family's needs ahead of her own.

"Her absence leaves a void for those who relied on her radiant presence and her legacy lives on through her six daughters, who will forever hold her memory close and strive to honour her with their efforts."

Two other people involved in the crash sustained minor injuries and were treated by paramedics.