Daniel Ambler tragically died following the incident outside an Asda Express garage
Tributes have been pouring in for a ‘much-loved’ man who tragically died after he was allegedly hit by a car outside a supermarket in County Durham this week. On Thursday (January 15), emergency services were called to reports a pedestrian had been hit by a car at the Asda Express garage on Stockton Road in Seaham at around 4.50pm.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, the man was declared dead at the scene.
While police launched a murder investigation following the incident, the victim has since been named as Daniel Ambler.
The 23-year-old’s heartbroken family have since paid tribute to their “kind-hearted son and brother”, reports Chronicle Live.
It read: “Daniel was a much-loved son and brother, and his death will leave a huge hole in our hearts forever.
“He had a great sense of humour, was popular among friends, and was able to bring laughter to any situation.
“Our family is devastated, but we will remember Daniel for being the kind-hearted soul that he was.”
Durham Constabulary announced launching a murder investigation into Daniel’s death and is urging anyone with information to come forward.
The force is particularly keen to talk to a teenager, identified as Ashton Anderson, wanted on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident.
In an appeal to trace the 19-year-old, his photograph has since been made public. He is also described as around 5ft 10, of slim build and short brown hair.
Three teens and a man in his 50s were also been arrested in connection with the killing. A woman in her teens and two women in their 40s were also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
To share any information, contact the force using 101, quoting incident number 281 of January 15. Members of the public can also use the Crimestoppers service anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
