The family of a woman, who died after being hit by a car, have paid tribute to her calling her the "champion of people less fortunate".

Elizabeth Rostron, 61, from Charnock Richard, died after being hit by a vehicle in a car park on Keepers Wood Way, Chorley, last Tuesday (September 26).

Another woman, in her 70s, was also injured and remains in hospital.

In a loving tribute, her family said: “Elizabeth was a champion of people less fortunate, her greatest satisfaction in life came from fundraising and charitable causes.

“She was an amazing gentle person whose smile lit up a room and when Elizabeth spoke to someone she didn’t know, she still talked to them like a new best friend.

“Elizabeth was taken so tragically with so much life left to live. An irreplaceable part of our lives has gone forever.

“We have been deeply moved by the messages from friends and family relating to Elizabeth’s untimely passing.”

Police are still investigating the incident and have asked anyone with information to come forward.

Please contact 101, quoting log 0673 of September 26, 2023.