Everything we know about tragic crash which left three dead on South Yorkshire rural lane
Police appeal for witnesses over tragic incident which happened on Saturday night
Three people, including a teenager, have died after a car crash on a South Yorkshire country lane.
A 17-year-old boy and two men, aged 21 and 23, died in the collision on Denaby Lane, near Kilnhurst, Rotherham.
A fourth person, another 17 year old, escaped with minor injuries.
The crash late at night on Saturday, August 8, occurred near to Hooton Lodge, close to the border between Rotherham and Doncaster, and both police and the Yorkshire Ambulance Service were deployed to the scene.
Police closed the road for several hours.
South Yorkshire Police said in a statement: “We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal road traffic collision in Rotherham.
“We were called at 11.39pm on Saturday 8 August to reports of a single-vehicle collision on Denaby Lane.
“It is reported that a grey Seat Cupra Leon was travelling towards Kilnhurst and left the carriageway.
“Despite the best efforts of emergency services, a 17-year-old boy and two men, aged 21 and 23, were sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
“Their families have been informed and are being supported by officers.”
Floral tributes and balloons have been left at the roadside on Denaby Lane, and devastated friends and loved ones have paid tribute to the victims of the crash.
Messages left at the scene name those who lost their lives as Shea, Elliot, ands Cav on simple RIP messages.
Flowers, balloons and a football have been left at the scene of the collision.
One moving message, written on the football at the scene says: “To my soulmate. You were everything and more. I am so proud of who you became. I love you forever.”
Another added: “Thank you. You’ve always been there when I needed and couldn’t thank you enough.”
Meanwhile, people have flooded Facebook with heartfelt tributes as friends and families mourn those who tragically lost their lives.
Emma Watts said: “Absolutely heartbreaking, sending lots of love to all the families.”
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“What an awful tragedy, may they rest in peace - thoughts are with their family and friends,” Stuart Rowe added.
And Clare Outram added: “Absolutely heartbreaking and every parent’s nightmare. Sending heartfelt condolences to the boys parents, families and friends.”
Teresa Gash added: “Sleep tight lads, my heart goes out to your family and friends - hope the [young] man who’s still with us has a speedy recovery recovery.”
Police say an investigation is underway and they are now asking for anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have dash cam footage that could assist with their enquiries, to come forward.
You can pass on information by calling 101, quoting incident number 1,235 of August 8, 2026, or online.
You can also report information anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visiting the Crimestoppers website.
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