Tributes have been paid to a ‘gentle soul’ and much-loved woman who died after being hit by a car in east Manchester.
Ibizugbe Ikponnmwen died following the collision involving a blue Mercedes G63 - or 'G-Wagon' - at the junction of Alan Turing Way and Ashton Old Road.
The 38-year-old was rushed to hospital following the crash on Monday (October 25) but she sadly died a short time later.
Family members, who say Ibizugbe left a ‘remarkable legacy’ have now paid tribute.
Husband Bolaji Onifade, speaking on behalf of the Onifade family, said: “It’s with a very heavy heart that we’re announcing the sudden death of my wife, in a road collision, words cannot express how much I am going to miss you and the vacuum that has been created.
“You will always be in my heart forever. May your gentle soul rest in peace in the Lord.”
Ibizugbe’s brother, Collins Osayande Ikponmwen, described her as a ‘beloved’ sister.
He said: “You were my everything and you were my beloved sister.
“Life they say is not a bed of roses but you were my only rose. You stood through thick and thin. You never for once wanted the whole world for yourself but you always wanted everyone to be better.
“Your death has brought so many sad moments and so much pain. But I am assured that you are resting right in the bosom of the Lord.
"I am grateful to God for giving you to me as a sister and you are all that I ever wanted.
“If there were to be an opportunity to live another life I will always want you to be my sibling.
“I love you so much even in death. Rest In Peace my beloved sister.”
The family of Fred Noma Ikponnmwen added: “It is extremely hard to accept the death of a loved one. We all wish we had the power to make this sudden death go away. We wish we could turn back the hands of time.
“The death of our Sister, Aunt and dearest friend leaves a huge void in our hearts that only time can try and heal. We pray that the soul of our late Sister will find peace. My dearest Sister was a blessing to have in the family.
“She has left a remarkable legacy here on earth and she will never be forgotten and always loved by all of us in the family.
“The children were so privileged to have you as a special Aunty in their lives and you always loved them unconditionally and taught them lessons nobody else could.
“If only we could have you here longer, your time was so short while you were here with us. We pray that your soul will continue to rest in the Bosom of the Lord. You will be greatly missed.”
Police are still investigating the fatal crash, which happened on Alan Turing Way , at the junction with Ashton Old Road, just after 9pm last Monday night (October 25).
On Friday, Greater Manchester Police issued and update on the investigation.
They said no arrests had been made.
They said the driver of the Mercedes remained at the scene to assist officers and the investigation is ongoing.
Police cordoned off a large section of Alan Turing Way after the crash on Monday night.
Several police vehicles were stationed at the scene as well as a number of ambulance vehicles.
A blue Mercedes G63, which can be worth up to £200,000, was pictured behind some police tape.
Officers are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.
After the incident, Inspector Darren Hancock, of GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This is a tragic incident in which a woman has very sadly lost her life. Our thoughts are with her loved ones at this difficult time.
"This collision happened on a busy road and I am hopeful that there are a number of witnesses who will have seen the collision and may have dashcam footage.
"If you were on this road at the time and saw the car in the lead up to the collision or have any dashcam footage, please get in touch with police as soon as possible."
Anyone with information should contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741, quoting incident number 2990 of 25/10/21.
Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
