Comedian Gareth Richards has died aged 41 after a horrific car crash.
Gareth’s death was confirmed today in a statement from his wife Laura, after he sustained serious brain injuries.The statement read: “It is with great sadness that I have to share that Gareth passed away on Friday April 7 at 6.30pm.
“Hw was in a terrible car accident on Monday March 27 at 11.30pm and sustained serious brain injuries.Read more: Shocking moment cyclists mount pavement and nearly 'mow down' blind man waiting at 'floating bus stop' in London “Since then the doctors and nurses have been incredible and have kept him in a stable and sedated condition.
“However the latest scan revealed that the extent of the damage was so severe that they would have to remove all the supportive medications and allow him to be at peace.Gareth was injured in a serious accident between two cars and a lorry on the M25 near Heathrow Airport. He had been performing comedy since 2004 and was planning to take his 10th solo show to festival this August.Last week, Frank, 66, broke down in tears on air telling listeners his friend was in a coma and fighting for his life.
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