Police have shared the first details about the two people who tragically died in a horror crash in Barnsley yesterday (Saturday March 23), which saw seven more people seriously injured.
Police were called to reports of a road traffic collision involving multiple vehicles, at the Barugh Green crossroad junction in Barnsley at around 2pm. It is reported that a white Suzuki and a grey Range Rover collided, with multiple other vehicles also involved.
Two people, a 75-year-old man and a 85-year old woman, were sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Their family is currently being supported by officers, police say.
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Seven other people received hospital treatment, where their injuries were thought to be serious but not life-threatening. A 65-year-old man was arrested and has since been bailed.
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A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “Officers are now appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Did you witness the collision and have any dashcam footage that could help officers in their investigation? You can pass information to police via our new online live chat, our online portal or by calling 101. Please quote incident number 490 of 23 March 2024 when you get in touch.
“Alternatively, if you prefer not to give your personal details, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers. Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org”
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