A Hillsborough hero has died from coronavirus days before the 31st anniversary of the tragedy that claimed 96 lives. Tributes have been paid to 65-year-old Dave Roland who featured in a poignant photograph captured in the aftermath of the disaster in Sheffield.
He was pictured sitting on the Leppings Lane terrace with his head in his hands following a brave effort to help a boy caught in the crush that killed innocent men, women and children on April 15, 1989.
His family paid a touching tribute to him, describing him as a "proud Scouser" who gave joy to everyone around him, Liverpool Echo reports.
Michelle Hopwood, his daughter, said: "He was youthful, unique, kind-hearted and fun. "He was the ultimate Peter Pan which helped form a joyful