Abul Kalam sadly died after a car collided with him on Slade Lane in ManchesterThe family of Abul Kalam have paid tribute to the ‘beloved’ father(Image: Greater Manchester Police)

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a ‘beloved father’ and ‘pillar of the community’ who was killed in a tragic crash in Manchester.

Abul Kalam, 64, sadly died after a car collided with him as he walked along Slade Lane in Manchester on June 9. The driver, a 78-year-old woman, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. She has since been released on bail.

In a moving tribute to Abul, his wife Farida Akhter said ‘the love and laughter he shared with every person he met’ would live on in the family and community he created.

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“Abul Kalam, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandad and friend,” she wrote in a tribute issued by Greater Manchester Police.

“Though he was taken from us in this brutal and tragic manner, the love and laughter he shared with every person he met will live on in the family and community he created everywhere he went.

“We as a family hold onto the fond memories of a life stolen, admired by so many, a pillar of our family and community. Prayers will continue to be made by all those that love and miss him. We’d like to urge anyone to please come forward and contact the police.

“We also kindly ask to respect the privacy of the family during this mourning period.

“Lastly, to Abul, thank you for everything you gave us; you gave even when you had nothing and that will be cherished eternally. May Allah rest your soul in the peace you have always deserved.”

Police have urged anyone who witnessed the collision or has any other information to come forward.

Any dashcam, CCTV, or doorbell footage from the area can be submitted to police via 101 or gmp.police.uk, quoting log 3283 of 09/06/25.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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