Family pay emotional tribute to retired nurse who died after being hit by bus double-decker bus in Fulwood

An 81-year-old woman from Fulwood was struck by a double-decker bus in Sherwood Way at around 1.40pm on Monday, November 14.

The woman – who has since been named as Carol Fisher – was taken to hospital with “serious injuries” but sadly died a short time later.

Paying tribute, her family said: “Carol Fisher was a much-loved mum, nan, sister and a great friend to many.

“Carol was a retired auxiliary nurse at Fulwood Hall Hospital. She attended Fulwood Free Methodist Church and enjoyed helping out at a children’s ministry and volunteering at a local charity shop in Fulwood.

“In her spare time Carol loved walking her beloved dog Milo and chatting to fellow dog walkers as she went.

“Carol was a truly beautiful lady inside and out, who was loved by all who knew her and was always available to help anyone who needed it.

“The news of Carol's tragic death has been devastating and she will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.”

Police said they were continuing to appeal for witnesses following the collision.

Sgt Marc Saysell, of the Lancashire Roads Policing Team, said: “First and foremost our thoughts are with Carol’s family and friends.

“We send them our deepest condolences at what is a truly awful time for them.

“Our investigation to establish exactly what occurred is still ongoing and we are asking anybody who saw the collision, or who has CCTV or dashcam of it, to come forward.”

Anyone with information should call 101 or report it online at https://doitonline.lancashire.police.uk/, quoting log number 700 of November 14.