Man still on bail six months after fatal collision in Mosborough which claimed life of Elemie Wainwright, 11
A man arrested over a collision which claimed the life of an 11-year-old girl in Sheffield over the summer remains on police bail.
Elemie Wainwright, aged 11, died after a collision with a Ford Transit van at the junction of High Street and Station Road in Mosborough on Thursday, June 12.
The much-loved youngster, with “the biggest smile, the biggest heart”, was rushed to hospital but could not be saved.
The local community filled out nearby streets in her honour during a celebration of Elemie’s life in July, while more than £25,000 was raised in her honour to help improve her favourite park.
Meanwhile, in August, Sheffield United fans took part in a minute’s applause during the 11th minute of the Blades’ first home game of the season against Bristol City.
Following the collision, a 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and traffic offences.
Now, half a year on from the tragic incident, police have released an update into the progress of the investigation.
South Yorkshire Police told told The Star that the motorist arrested over the incident remains on police bail.
A heart-wrenching family tribute released after Elemie’s death read: “Our beautiful baby girl, on Thursday, June 12, 2025, our hearts shattered into a million pieces.
“Our baby girl, our life and soul, with the biggest smile, the biggest heart, you were the kindest, most sweetest, most beautiful baby girl.”