Planned memorial to take place at site of horror Rotherham crash that killed two - police attending
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The planned tributes haven’t been organised by the affected families
An organised memorial for two people who lost their lives during a horror crash is taking place in Rotherham - with police officers urging people to pay their respects lawfully.
The planned tributes haven’t been organised by the affected families.
Emergency services were deployed to East Bawtry Road, Whiston, Rotherham, at 6.43pm on Saturday, September 26, following reports of a crash involving a white BMW 3 series.
South Yorkshire Police said the car left the carriageway, heading towards Worrygoose roundabout and collided with a lamppost.
Despite the best efforts of the members of public, fire service, paramedics and police officers, both occupants of the car were pronounced dead at the scene.
They have not yet been formally identified.
Officers say anyone partaking in anti-social behaviour or driving will be dealt with ‘robustly’.
In a statement, the force says: “We are aware of a planned memorial taking place on East Bawtry Road in Rotherham this evening (27 September) in memory of those who lost their lives in a collision last night.
“Officers, including roads policing teams will be present in the area to support the community and ensure the gathering takes place safely.
“This memorial is not being arranged by the families, who we are continuing to support at this time.
“We are urging our communities to pay their respects lawfully. Anti-social driving or behaviour that puts people at risk will be dealt with robustly.
“Our priority is to protect the public and prevent harm on our roads.
“Anyone with concerns can contact us online, via live chat or by calling 101.”
Police believe that the car which left the road was travelling with a second vehicle, a blue BWM 4 series prior to the collision.
A man has been arrested in connection to the investigation on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
He has since been released on police bail.
Police officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision and want witnesses to come forward.
The following morning it was barriered off in both directions but the road was later reopened.
The road closure was in place from Worrygoose roundabout in one direction and the junction with Sitwell Park Road in the other.
Mourners had gathered at the crash scene and left bouquets of flowers since news of the tragedy broke.