The family of hit and run victim 49 year-old Joanne Whyte have paid tribute to her
Joanne was killed after being hit by a white BMW in the early hours of Monday morning
The driver of the car failed to stop at the scene.
In a statement, Joanne’s family said: “Joanne Whyte – daughter of John, elder sister of John and Andrea, loving mother to Tom, Dan and Malachy and grandmother of Mia, Ethan and new baby Layla.
“Everyone who knew Joanne enjoyed her company and brilliant sense of humour. She will be missed enormously.”
Connor Faulkner,27 of Peak Forest Close, Hyde has been charged in connection with the collision.
He has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death whilst disqualified, causing death whilst unlicensed/uninsured, failing to stop, failing to report and producing cannabis.
He has been remanded into custody ahead of an appearance at Minshull Street Crown Court on Wednesday 18 August 2021.
Officers are continuing to appeal for anyone with information, or those who have dash-cam footage, to get in touch with police as a matter of urgency.
