POLICE have renewed an appeal for witnesses after a hit and run that killed a dad-of-two.
This month marked the first anniversary of the death of Adam Conway, 21, from Haydock.
At about 12.30am on Wednesday, January 12 2022, patrols saw a man lying in the road on Moss Bank Road, close to the Moss Bank Hotel.
An investigation established there had been a collision involving a Blue Mazda hatchback car and the man on Washway lane, Haresfinch.
The vehicle had been driven from the scene and was later found by police.
Emergency services attended and the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The man was identified as dad-of-two Adam.
A 52-year-old man from St Helens who was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving remains under investigation pending further enquiries.
Adam's father released the following statement: "[Adam was] a much-loved grandson, son, stepson, brother, stepbrother, cousin and a father to Alexia aged four and George aged nine months.
"Adam was a super-intelligent, lovely, polite, caring young man who was one in a million. He had a very promising career working at the University of Manchester as an animal technician and his potential was quickly spotted by his bosses with him destined to climb through the ranks to the top.
"He had the ability to light up any room he walked into with his bubbly personality and sense of humour.
"He was definitely a nanny’s boy, who was not only his nan but his best friend. The bond between them was clear for everyone to see.
"All who had the pleasure of knowing Adam has been left with a lasting impression and no doubt will be impacted by his early death.
"He made me proud every day and touched the hearts of so many and will be massively missed.
"He was and still is my world, my everything. Love you Adam my son, until we meet again.
"I’ve been overwhelmed by the support from friends and family and would like to thank everyone for all the kind words flowers and cards.
"I would also like to thank Ian and Mark the Family Liaison Officers who are helping the family through the process."
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call the Matrix Roads Policing Unit on 0151 777 5747, email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk or DM @MerPolCC on Twitter quoting reference 22000025548.
You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information
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