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Ellen Kirwin

Man 'seriously ill' in hospital after crash which killed Chris Tromp

A man who suffered serious injuries in a crash remains "seriously ill" in hospital.

The 21-year-old, believed to be from Liverpool, was involved in a crash when an Audi left the road and hit a tree, at around 10.45pm on Friday, April 14. Another man, named Chris Tromp, died in the incident which happened on Cobbs Brow Lane, near Parbold.

A special service for both men is now set to take place at Parish of Our Lady and All Saints Catholic Church. A spokesperson said: "As many of you will know, tragically Chris Tromp was killed in a car accident on Friday night.

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"Both boys were former members of the Lourdes Coach 8 family who travel with young people to serve in Lourdes.

"The two priest chaplains of the Coach, Fr Godric and Fr Peter will be leading a time of reflection and prayer for both boys this Thursday 20th of April at 7:30 pm in our church. The service is open to all who would like to come, light a candle and hold them both in prayer."

The spokesperon added that the other person in the car was still "very ill" in hospital.

The tribute, from Ged Tromp to his son, was published by Skelmersdale Cricket Club where Christopher played. He said: "Unfortunately, on Friday our gorgeous son, Christopher, was killed in a road traffic accident. Chris played at Skelmersdale CC for some 13 years and thoroughly enjoyed his time there.

"We would especially like to thank Phil, Joe, Jonas and Girvs for not only the wonderful coaching he received, but also the camaraderie and unique friendship at the club. He was part of a wonderful junior team including Abbie, Tucker, Callum and Dan, to name but a few.

"We wish the club every success in the forthcoming season. Ged & Julie."

The club said: "Our thoughts and condolences go to Ged, Julie, Anthony and Jonathon. Chris was loved by everyone at the club, he at 20 years old was not only a good up-and-coming cricketer, but also the nicest, kindest person you could meet, he is going to be in our hearts forever and sorely missed by everyone."

An investigation has now been launched and Lancashire Police are appealing for any information relating to the incident. Sergeant Martin Wilcock, of the Lancashire Roads Policing Team, said: "First and foremost our thoughts are with the loved ones of the man who died.

"They are being supported by trained officers and we are working extremely hard to establish what occurred to get them answers about what happened. We would now like to speak to anybody with information about this incident.

"Perhaps you saw the Audi A1 in the moments before the collision, maybe you saw the incident itself and have not yet spoken to police or perhaps you have dashcam or other footage that could help us. Whatever you know, please tell us. Anybody with information is asked to call 101, quoting log 1416 of April 14th, or email SCIU@lancashire.police.uk."

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