A LORRY driver has been arrested after colliding with a car that killed a 40-year-old mum and hospitalised three others.
Jennifer Anne Brown died when her car collided with a lorry in the A55 tunnel, with other passengers being sent to hospital for treatment.
A 57-year-old man has been arrested following the incident that took place on Thursday, January 29.
A North Wales Police spokesperson said: “We can confirm that a 57-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
“He has been released on police bail whilst our investigations continue.”
Several air ambulances scrambled to the Conway Tunnel on the A55 following reports of a collision.
Despite paramedics best efforts, Jennifer died at the scene with three other family members being rushed to hospital.
The driver of the HGV assisted police in their enquiry.
Jenny’s loved ones released a heart breaking tribute for the mum and grandmother as they launched a GoFundMe to support her daughter Keisha, 20.
They wrote: “Yesterday, our community was shattered by a horrific car accident that has left a precious young girl Keisha aged 20 suddenly without her beloved mum.
“To make this tragedy even more unbearable, the rest of her family members are fighting for their lives in critical care at the hospital.
“In an instant, this bright, gentle child has lost the parent who cared for her every single day, and now faces an uncertain future as her loved ones battle to recover.
“She is currently being looked after by close family friends, but the road ahead is filled with overwhelming challenges.”
Jenny, who was from Newport, had worked in the Ghan Rhos Nursing home for more than 20 years, and was lovingly called “Queen” by her colleagues.
In a heart-breaking tribute the nursing home staff said: “Jenny, affectionately known to everyone here as ‘Queen,’ has been a valued member of staff at Glan Rhos for over 20 years. Not just a member of staff she was family.”
“She first walked through the door as a shy 17-year-old and, over time, blossomed into the caring and compassionate person we all came to know and love. Jenny touched countless lives throughout her career, always greeting everyone with a warm smile that could light up any room.
“She never arrived at work without her make-up, especially her signature lipstick and favourite perfume. Jenny was deeply proud of her family, a devoted mother and grandmother.
“The news of her passing in such tragic circumstances has saddened us all, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family members also in the accident.
“This devastating news has profoundly affected everyone at Glan Rhos – staff, patients, and families alike.
“We have already received messages and phone calls offering condolences to Jenny’s family and everyone at the home.”
