Breaking news: Man killed in road accident is named
A man who died when two cars crashed has been named by police.
John David Jinks, 23, of Melton, was killed when his black Mini Cooper S was involved in a crash with a silver Vauxhall Astra.
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The Mini Cooper after the collision
The female passenger of the Astra is in a critical but stable condition after suffering serious injuries.
The accident happened just before 2.30pm yesterday, on the A607, Leicester Road, near to its junction with Gaddesby Lane in the parish of Rotherby, near Melton.
The driver of the Astra was taken to the Leicester Royal Infirmary for treatment after he received chest injuries.
The passenger was taken to the Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham by air ambulance.
Two fire crews from Melton station attended the scene.
Police closed off the A607 to the public until about 9pm last night.
Detective Constable Simon Horton, who is investigating the collision, said: "The Mini was travelling towards Leicester from Melton Mowbray and the Astra in the opposite direction at the time of the collision.
"We would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or saw the vehicles prior to the collision to please get in touch."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact DC Horton on 0116 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in identification number 0646.
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by hannah (matt wrights sister), melton
Friday, December 05 2008, 3:34PM
“what a loss...everyone is devastated babe and you will be missed by all the friends and family you had including me matt and claire and mum....look after your self up there babe we all love you and miss u...NEVER FORGOTTEN THO EH! ....R.I.P.... Jiinxy”
by Emily and Antony, Leicestershire
Thursday, December 04 2008, 2:12PM
“It was a pleasure knowing you and you will never be forgotten. You and Ant used to love talking about your Corsa's. I remember sitting in Macdonalds car park for ages just talking about cars! We will miss you always. RIP xxx”
by Jeanette Bateman, Melton Mowbray
Thursday, December 04 2008, 1:16PM
“John Jinx 'The Legend'. People always put good things about a person they have lost but in John's case it is all true. You could not wish for a better young man, he was honest, funny, caring and had the biggest heart of gold, nothing was ever to much trouble for him, he hadn't a bad bone in his body. John would be devastated to learn that another was injured because of the accident and on behalf of John,his family and his friends we would like to wish her a speedy recovery. The Bateman house will never be the same and we will miss him terribly. All our Love Jeanette, Len and Jennifer Bateman xxxxxx”
by Laura, melton
Thursday, December 04 2008, 10:56AM
“Rest in Peace sweetheart. You had the biggest heart. I'll never forget you. You will still make me smile & laugh. Love you always xx”
by Marie Stafford, Melton Mowbray
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 3:48PM
“Rest in peace... John inks was a truly genuine guy was loved by so many people. He always had time for me even though we were really close. A tragic loss and he will be missed... My thoughts go out to all his relatives and those closer to him xxx”
by Gemma McGowan, Barrhead, Glasgow
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 3:27PM
“R.I.P Jinx You will always be loved but never forgotten.
Love you buddy xx”
by Laura thorn, oakham
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 3:03PM
“rip mate you will never be forgotten....love u....miss u xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx”
by laura creasey, melton
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 2:53PM
“i never knew jinxy properly but i knew jinxy from facebook and the lion. he was a well-mannered, considerate, kind human being and u dont get many of them round here,he didnt deserve this but he's bein kept well wit my grandad lol. R.I.P john jinks xxx”
by VH, Leics
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 2:46PM
“My heart goes out to all that are left behind.”
by Chris O'Dare, Melton Mowbray
Wednesday, December 03 2008, 2:26PM
“I knew John for a good few years and he was one of the most genuine people I've had the pleasure of meeting. A good friend to all and a heart of gold. You'll always be missed, but never forgotten. Our thoughts are with his family and the lady recovering in hospital. Another death on a dangerous road.”