Tributes to father killed in M27 crash
Simon Jaines died while on his way to watch a West Ham game with his son
Tributes have been paid to a father killed in a collision on the M27 in Hampshire.
35-year-old Simon Jaines from Bradford died after a BMW collided with another car, and the central reservation barrier, at around 1.15pm on Friday (August 11th).
The collision happened on the westbound carriagway between junctions 2 and 3, just outside Southampton.
Police say Simon's six-year-old son, who was in the car with him, suffered minor injuries.
The crash happened while the pair were on their way to watch West Ham's Premier League game at Bournemouth.
Simon's family are being supported by specialist officers and have made the following tribute to him:
"We are all completely devastated and words cannot describe the pain we are all feeling right now.
"What was supposed to just be a fun boys weekend away (daddy and son) to watch the footy has ended in a complete tragedy. We can only be grateful that his little boy walked away, and no one else was injured.
"Si was such a kind, funny, witty person (with some questionable dance moves) who was loved by so many people, and the outpouring of messages we're receiving has been comforting.
"He was an avid West Ham supporter and was a much loved daddy, husband, son, brother, family member and friend, and will be missed dearly by all.
"We would like to sincerely thank the emergency services and witnesses for their help and best efforts on the day."
Police are continuing to investigate this collision and would like anyone with information who has not already spoken to officers to come forward.
They are particularly interested in those who may have dashcam footage of the incident.
Those with information are asked to report online via the Hampshire Police website or call 101 quoting reference 44230323927/Operation Brae.