The family of a teenage girl who died in a crash on the M65 have paid a heartbreaking tribute to ‘a sweet soul who laughed and danced her way through life.’ Emergency services were called just after 3.30am yesterday (Wednesday, October 2) after a crash involving a Seat Ibiza at junction nine eastbound on the M65 at Burnley.
Demi-Leigh Davies,17 and from Darwen, was a passenger in the car. She suffered multiple injuries and died in hospital. Three other teenagers, the driver a boy aged 17 and two girls aged 17 and 19, also from Darwen, also suffered serious injuries and remain in hospital.
In a tribute, Demi’s family said: “Our beautiful angel has been taken from us far too soon. “Demi’s smile lit up any room she entered and left a lasting impression. Once you met Demi, you didn't forget Demi.
“A sweet soul who laughed and danced her way through life. “Her happy, bubbly, caring nature shone through to anyone she met and lifted their spirits immediately. MORE: MP pays tribute to tragic death crash teen “Words cannot truly express the pain we are all going through knowing we will never see her beautiful face or hearing her infectious laugh again.
“Although Demi has been taken from us, the memories we all have will live forever. “A daughter, big sister, granddaughter, great-granddaughter, niece and cousin who will be loved and greatly missed. “Dance your way to heaven Demz.
Forever 17.” Police are continuing to appeal for information and footage followin.
