Tributes have been paid to 47-year-old mum-of-two Lydia La Polla after she was killed in a crash in Wrexham, with relatives saying she had a "true heart of gold" and was "devoted to her family."  The collision happened on Monday, March 24, when a silver Mercedes, fleeing from police, collided with a Toyota car Ms La Polla was travelling in, just after 9.30pm, at the junction of Belgrave Road and Percey Road.

Lydia died in hospital two days later on Wednesday, March 26, from the injuries she sustained in the crash. Her family have since spoken out, expressing their deep devastation over her untimely death.  In a statement, they said: "We are truly devastated and heartbroken following the death of Lydia. She will be missed by family, friends, neighbours, and work colleagues. Lydia had a true heart of gold and would always be there for others with her selfless acts of kindness. She was devoted to her family and friends."

The night of the crash, March 24, would "scar us for the rest of our lives”, the family added, who asked for privacy as they mourn.

The statement added: "We ask for privacy at this time as we grieve our loss as a family."

After the accident, emergency services rushed to the scene and Ms La Polla was taken to hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

A North Wales police spokesperson confirmed that five people have been arrested in connection with the incident, and they have since been released on bail. The investigation is ongoing, and police are still seeking one of the two men who fled the scene.

Detective Chief Superintendent Sian Beck said: "Our heartfelt condolences are with Lydia’s family, who continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

"We remain committed to ensuring those responsible are brought to justice and urge anybody with information who hasn’t already spoken to police to contact us.”

She continued: "You can speak to us by calling 101, or through visiting our website, using reference number 25000244712. You can also make a report anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

The crash has led to questions about the circumstances surrounding the police pursuit. On Thursday, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed it had launched an investigation into "police actions" prior to the collision.

The IOPC will investigate whether police procedures were followed and whether they contributed to the tragic outcome.

Meanwhile police are continuing its investigation into the collision, and are particularly keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who has information about the events leading up to it.

While five individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, the authorities are focusing on locating one man who fled the scene, and they are urging witnesses to come forward to aid the investigation.

Ms La Polla’s family have urged anyone with information to come forward, saying: "She was more than a mother, a friend, a colleague, or a neighbour. Lydia was the heart of our family, and life without her will never be the same."