A heartbroken family has paid tribute to a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend who tragically passed away following a collision.
Police were called at around 3.15am on Friday June 17, after a Mercedes C-Class left the road and collided with a tree on the A167 near Coatham Mundeville, on the outskirts of Darlington.
The driver of the car, Natalie Marshall, 25, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Floral tributes were placed at the scene of the collision.
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In a tribute released today, her family said: “Natalie was a much loved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. We cannot put into words how we all feel about the loss of personality. the biggest and strongest we have ever known.
“Natalie lit up the room as soon as she walked in, she was the most hardworking and selfless young woman. We are truly heartbroken by this tragedy. I know for sure that she has a place in the hearts of many. of people.
The passenger, a man in his 20s, was taken to James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough with serious injuries where he lies.
Collison investigators would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or may have footage from the vehicle’s dash cam shortly before the collision.
Anyone who can help is asked to call Durham Constabulary on 101, quoting incident number 57 of June 17.
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