A tribute to Tyler Cox

The family of an 18 year old who was killed in a collision on the M1 have described her as ‘an amazing girl’ with ‘indescribable’ energy.

Tyler Cox was travelling along the southbound carriageway near Watford on the evening of Monday 1 April when the car she was in left the motorway and collided with trees.

In a tribute, Tyler’s family said:

“Tyler was a much-loved daughter, sister, granddaughter, cousin and friend. At just 18 she possessed a rare openness that endeared her to all. She offered genuine love and compliments, regardless of familiarity.

“Tyler was a calm within chaos. Despite her typical teenage interests in TikTok and K-pop, her maturity and wisdom was undeniably beyond her years.

“Her giggles at what was going on around her was sometimes the only reminder of how young she was.

“Tyler's humble nature and determination, combined with how perceptive she was, hinted at the heights she could reach in life.

“What an amazing girl we had. Her energy, indescribable in words, is deeply missed by all who knew her. Though her absence is felt keenly, we must find solace in the belief that Tyler now rests in eternal peace, her spirit unencumbered by earthly concerns.

“Until we meet again. We love you.”

The family have asked for their privacy to be respected at this sad and difficult time.

Tyler was one of five occupants travelling in the car at the time of the collision. Fifty Five year old Darren Reilly also sadly passed away, while another woman remains in hospital with serious injuries. Two others – a male and a female – continue to recover at home.

The collision took place between junctions six and five on the M1 at around 8.10pm and anyone with information that could assist the ongoing investigation can report it online at herts.police.uk/report, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat at herts.police.uk/contact or call the non-emergency number 101 quoting Op Dolan.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.