Care home worker hit by car was "looking forward to retirement"

Sajila Narayan, 78, died after being knocked down in Eastleigh

Sajila Narayan died after being hit by a car
Author: Jason BeckPublished 23rd Jun 2023
Last updated 23rd Jun 2023

The family of a care home worker who died after being hit by a car in Eastleigh say she was looking forward to her retirement.

Sajila Narayan, 78, was knocked down at the junction of Ainsley Gardens and Royston Avenue on 14 June.

A family statement said: "Our dear sister Sajila tragically passed away on 15 June.

"She will be greatly missed by all her family, who are overwhelmed by grief.

"Sajila was very fit and energetic, still working in a local care home at 78.

"She was preparing and looking forward to retirement in September this year and had many plans.

"She loved her family, enjoyed travelling and gardening was her passion.

"She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her."

Police said they were continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision.

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