WE shared the news that Celtic fans are set to pay tribute to a young supporter and dad who lost his life after being hit by a car near Carlisle over the weekend. 

John Burns was struck on September 14 on the M6 motorway, at junction 42, near Carlisle at around 8pm. 

Our readers reacted to the news.

Les Youlden said: "Not only has a Celtic fan lost his life on the M6 - rest in peace.  But the poor driver who hit him has to live with that for the rest of their life."

Judith Vaughan Melton said: "Thoughts go out to his friends and family," and Siobhan Louise Power added: "Such a heartbreaking thing to happen."

Steph Millar said: "Absolutely heartbreaking there’s just no words at all! Life is so very cruel at times. Rest easy."

Pam Welsh said: "Deepest sympathy to the family."

Allison Austin said: "Sincere condolences to all this young man's family and friends," and Ann Smith added: "Rest in peace young man. Love to the family."