Tragedy as two die in horror crash on East Bawtry Road, Rotherham - man arrested
Police sealed off the crash scene for hours
A horror crash in which a car ploughed into a lamppost and burst into flames claimed two lives.
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.
Police believe that the car 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.
South Yorkshire Police said: “We are appealing for witnesses and those with footage to come forward following a fatal collision in Rotherham in which two people lost their lives.
“Last night, Saturday 26 September at 6.43pm emergency services responded to East Bawtry Road following reports of a single car collision.
“It is reported that a white BMW 3 series left the carriageway, heading towards Worrygoose and collided with a lamppost.
“Despite the best efforts of the members of public, fire service, paramedics and officers, both occupants of the car were sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
“Formal identification has not yet taken place for those involved.
“Initial enquiries have led officers to believe that the car 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 been since been released on police bail.
“Officers are keen to hear from any witnesses who have not yet spoken to them, or anyone who has footage of the collision, or either vehicle prior is urged to get in touch.”
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 have gathered at the crash scene and left bouquets of flowers since news of the tragedy broke.
If you have footage it can be shared directly with SYP here - https://orlo.uk/5C1mv
Any other information can be shared by calling 101 quoting incident number 817 of September 26, 2026.
Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111.