Tributes to a woman killed in a head-on crash in Sunderland
24-year-old Taylor Jenkins from Edinburgh died on the A19 at the weekend
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Tributes are being paid to a woman who died in a head-on collision on a dual carriageway during a police chase in Sunderland.
Taylor Jenkins, 24, from Edinburgh was a passenger in a white BMW when it collided with another vehicle as it was heading south on the northbound carriageway of the A19.
Northumbria Police say she died at the scene of the crash in the early hours of Sunday March 1st.
A man has appeared in court in connection with the incident.
Ms Jenkins' family paid tribute, saying:
"Taylor was deeply loved and will be missed more than words can ever express.
"Her kindness, laughter, and beautiful spirit touched so many lives, and her memory will live on in all of us.
"During this incredibly difficult time, we ask for privacy and compassion as we grieve.
"We are grateful for the overwhelming support and kindness shown to our family."
Sergeant Greg Huntley, of Northumbria Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said:
"Our thoughts firmly remain with all of Taylor's loved ones as they process their devastating loss.
"We would echo their plea and ask they're given privacy as they come to terms with Taylor's passing, and we will continue to offer them our support.
"Our investigation into the collision is very much ongoing, with a man now charged in connection with the incident.
"Given this, we would please ask the public to refrain from any speculation both in the community and online that could have a negative impact on legal proceedings at court.
"We thank the public for their continued support and would urge any further witnesses to get in touch."
Another passenger, in his 20s, remains in hospital in a life-threatening condition.
The BMW collided with a VW Sharan whose driver required hospital treatment but his injuries were not serious.
Kane Farragher, 24, from Birkenhead, Merseyside, has appeared in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death by driving whilst disqualified, and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
The police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct, has begun an investigation into the circumstances of the incident.