Cancer survivor and soldier killed as driver ploughs into building at more than 115mph – just one month after she received clean bill of health

A 19-year-old girl who beat cancer in her teens has been killed in a tragic turn of events.

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by Ellie Hooper |
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Jade Best was being driven by Adam Ruthven, 27, in his high-powered Mistibishu when he lost control and skidded into a hairdressing salon.

She had been given the all clear from cancer just a month before.

Danny Hague, 32, and the driver also both lost their lives.

Three people lost their lives in the tragic crash
Three people lost their lives in the tragic crash

Jade was described as a 'Happy-go-lucky person and had a lovely outgoing personality that meant she embraced life to its fullest.'

'She has recently been given the all-clear following a cancer diagnosis and had so much life left to live. We are devastated by her death.'

The car was travelling at around 115mph in a 30mph zone when it crashed near the village of Denholme in Yorkshire.

The driver was found to be over the drink-driving limit.

Mr Hague, 27, was a Lance Corporal on leave from serving in Iraq, and also sadly lost his life in the crash.

Coroner Tim Ratcliffe saidL 'Mr Ruthven knew the area well and was well aware of the speed limit. His speed was excessive and frightening to those who has seen the car that evening.'

'You have lost loved ones at an early age, and for this I am very sorry.'

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