Former Wolves Player, Ethan McLeod Dies in M1 Car Accident

Macclesfield footballer Ethan McLeod has died at the age of 21 following a road traffic accident on the M1 motorway.

The forward, who came through the Wolves academy, was returning from Bedford Town after Macclesfield’s 2-1 win on Tuesday night when his white Mercedes collided with a nearside metal barrier around 10:40 pm near junction 15 for Northampton.

Despite assistance from members of the public and police officers, McLeod was pronounced dead at the scene.

The crash caused the M1 to remain closed overnight and it reopened at approximately 7:30 am. Police have appealed for anyone with dashcam footage or additional information to come forward.

Macclesfield FC released a heartfelt statement on Wednesday afternoon, paying tribute to the young forward.