A woman who died after she was hit by a police car in Merseyside on Christmas Eve has been named.
Rachael Louise Moore, 22, died after a collision involving a pedestrian and a police car on Saturday evening on Sheil Road in Kensington.
She has been described as a “cherished” daughter, sister, granddaughter, partner and friend, in a statement issued through Merseyside Police on Christmas Day.
It said: “Rachael Louise Moore aged 22, cherished daughter of Alison and Ian, sister to Ben and much loved granddaughter of Nana Sue.
“Partner to Jack and caring friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all those whose lives she touched. The family requests their privacy be respected at this devastating time.”
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) have been informed and have attended the scene.
Merseyside police said they are appealing for any witnesses, CCTV and dash camera footage which may assist the investigation.
Detective Sergeant Kurt Timpson from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Our sincere and thoughts and condolences are with Rachael’s family who have been left devastated by this tragic incident. Specially trained family liaison officers are supporting them at this time.”
He appealed to anyone who witnessed the incident at Sheil Road at around 8.10pm to contact police as they “try to piece together the circumstances”.
He said: “I would also like to ask anyone who has CCTV, dashcam or Smart doorbell footage that may help us to please get in touch. As is standard procedure the incident was referred to the IOPC (Independent Office for Police Conduct). The family requests their privacy be respected at this time.”
