According to a report by the BBC, hundreds of mourners gathered at Masjid-e-Sajedeen mosque in Blackburn to pay their respects to Uber driver Masrob Ali, 54, who was killed in a head-on crash on Wigan Road in Bolton, a collision that also claimed the lives of three teenagers, with police continuing to investigate the circumstances.
DM News Commentary
This is a truly heartbreaking story and one that hits close to home for many in the taxi and private hire trade. Masrob Ali was not just an Uber driver — he was a father of four, a family man, and by all accounts a kind, quiet individual who simply wanted to earn an honest living and provide for his loved ones.
Drivers often work unsociable hours, particularly late at night and in the early morning, when risks on the road can be higher. Most people don’t see that side of the job. They don’t see the long shifts, the tiredness, or the danger that comes with being out on the roads while others sleep.
The scale of the turnout at Masrob’s funeral speaks volumes. It shows how respected and loved he was within his community, and how deeply this tragedy has affected so many people. It’s also a stark reminder that every driver is a human being first — not just a car on an app.
Our thoughts are with Masrob Ali’s family, friends, and colleagues, as well as the families of the young men who also lost their lives. This is a loss that will be felt for a very long time.
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