Police name man and woman who died in crash on Cornwall's A30
Both families have paid heartfelt tributes
Last updated 1st Apr 2022
Police have named the man and woman who died following a multi-vehicle crash on the A30 in Cornwall.
Three cars and a lorry collided near Zelah, between Carland and Chiverton Cross, just before 6.30pm on Monday evening.
Three cars and lorry were involved in the collision and the road was closed for around 19 hours.
Tragically Marianne Parker, 44, from Tintagel, and Damien Gregory, 38, from Camelford, both died at the scene.
The family of Marianne have paid tribute to her. They said: “Marianne, a loving daughter, sister, mother, stepmother and grandmother, was tragically taken away from us all on Monday 28 March 2022.
“She is very sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
“Marianne had a beautiful, infectious smile and always lit up any room. She has been taken away far too early.
“She will always be in the hearts of everyone who knew her.”
The family of Damien have paid tribute to him. They said: “Damien was a loving son, brother, uncle and father, who tragically lost his life on 28th March.
“He will be sadly missed by anyone that knew him.
“Damien was the life and soul, loving and kind, with the biggest heart.
“Taken far too early, RIP Damien Charles Gregory. Always in our hearts, forever in our memories.”
Officers continue to make enquiries to establish the circumstances of the collision.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information regarding it, including any dashcam footage, are asked to contact police by emailing 101@dc.police.uk or calling 101 quoting log number 0605 28th March 2022.