Man dies after being hit by van in Sainsbury's car park

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 14:53 · Archive

Robert Siner, 84, died from injuries sustained when an orange van hit him in a Sainsbury's car park in Knotty Ash on 10 October.

Robert Siner, 84, from Old Swan, died on 26 October from injuries sustained when an orange van hit him in the Sainsbury's car park on East Prescot Road in Knotty Ash. The incident occurred at around 3.40pm on 10 October. He was taken to hospital but later died from his injuries.

Merseyside Police said the van driver stopped at the scene and is assisting police with enquiries.

His family issued a statement paying tribute to him. They described Robert, also known as Bobby, as a 'true gentleman' who had time for everyone and was always an optimist who saw the good in people. He was a familiar face in the local community, known for his daily walks, and was a regular at his local pub, the Derby Lodge on Prescot Road, where he played dominoes with friends and watched Liverpool FC.

How it is being reported

• Family pay tribute to 'true gentleman' who died after supermarket car park crashOld Swan man Robert Siner, 84, died after being hit by a van at Sainsbury’s, Knotty Ash. Family pay tribute as Merseyside Police appeal for witnesses.Wirral Globe · 29 Oct, 14:28
• Old Swan dad dies after being hit by van in Sainsbury's car park as family pay tributeRobert Siner's family said he was a "true gentleman who had time for everyone"Liverpool Echo · 29 Oct, 13:06

In this story: Robert Siner · Old Swan · Knotty Ash · Sainsbury's · Merseyside Police · Liverpool FC

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