Tributes to all three men killed in two car crash in Sydney’s south

All three men killed after police tried to do a mental health welfare check are being remembered by friends and family.

A rideshare driver killed in a triple-fatal crash in Sydney was also working as a disability support worker.

Details of the three men killed in the crash in Sydney’s south on Saturday are emerging.

Shoaib Hussain, 22, was driving for Uber in the early hours of Saturday when his car was violently struck by another vehicle at Sans Souci.

Mr Hussain was driving for the rideshare operator and working as a disability support worker to support his family in Pakistan, Auspak Youth Association’s Naseem Naqvi told media.

“He was a very, very kind person, very hardworking,” Mr Naqvi said.

“He was studying and working as a disability social worker as well.”

On the Pakistani Community in Australia organisation’s social media, members are pushing to fundraiser for Mr Hussain’s family.

Members of Australia’s Pakistani community say Shoaib Hussain was working multiple jobs to send money to his family. Picture: Pakistani Community in Australia
“Please arrange funds on GoFundMe. The whole amount can be arranged within one–two days so we can send the dead body back to Pakistan. At least his parents should be able to see him one last time,” one person posted.

Another Australian-Pakistani community member expressed sadness the young man died while working to send money to his family.

“So sad indeed! Brother left the world while earning halal rizq for himself and his family. May Allah grant him highest ranks in Jannah. Ameen!”

Qasim Malik from the Pakistani Community in Australia organisation said: “Today we lost our beloved friend, Shoaib Hussain, in a tragic road accident last night.

“Please recite Surah Al-Fatiha and keep him in your prayers. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah and give strength and patience to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

Police say the Audi crashed through a concrete divider, flipped and hit another vehicle. Picture: 7News
Being driven by Mr Hussain was Seamus Duignan, who had just been at a concert to celebrate his 28th birthday. The Toyota Camry they were in was hit by an Audi being driven by 42-year-old Tamati Gilbert.

The crash happened in the early hours of Saturday, just minutes after police tried to do a mental health welfare check on Mr Gilbert. He sped off from police, and about 10 minutes later lost control of the car and crashed through a concrete barrier, flipping and landing on top of the Toyota.

Mr Duignan’s mother has told The Daily Telegraph she wants the circumstances of the crash fully investigated.

“There needs to be a complete inquest into what caused this crash,” she said.

“I don’t want any other parent to have to go through this.”

His brother posted: “Absolutely devastating news rest easy little brother can’t believe your (sic) gone life isn’t fair.

“Love you forever sea mouse.”

Shoaib Hussain, Seamus Duignan and Tamati Gilbert died in a two-car crash in Sydney’s south on Saturday.
Mr Duignan had been at the concert of a US metal band earlier that night, and a band member posted a tribute online.

Condolences and memories are also being shared for the driver of the Audi, Mr Gilbert.

Mr Gilbert’s sister said she was “heartbroken” by his death in a post made on Sunday.

“We are absolutely devastated, heartbroken and rocked by his early passing,” she said.

Another person wrote: “We will always remember T’s big smile and sense of humour, his spirit will live on.

“Your laughter is what I’ll remember, always quick on a cheeky response to any question with a smile and a giggle. You are loved mate and leave us with the best of memories. Rest easy bro.”

Detective Acting Superintendent Graham Hibbs also extended condolences to the families of all three men.

“We really feel for the families of all three persons who were involved in this incident and their loved ones,” he said.

Nearby motorists and residents rushed to the “horrific scene” trying to help, Superintendent Hibbs said.

“I don’t think there were many cars on the road at that time, and (it was) extremely unlucky for the people involved.”

Police are looking at whether “considerable speed” was a factor in the crash and whether Mr Gilbert was under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

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