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ITV News
10 hours ago
- ITV News
Family's tribute to 11-year-old girl hit by van in Sheffield
The family of an 11-year-old girl who died after being hit by a van have described her as "our life and soul". Elemie Wainwright died in hospital after the collision with a white Ford Transit on High Street, Mosborough, Sheffield. In a statement, her family said their hearts had been "shattered into a million pieces". They added: 'Our baby girl, our life and soul, with the biggest smile, the biggest heart, you were the kindest, sweetest, most beautiful baby girl.' A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and traffic offences. He has been released on bail. Elemie's family added: 'We have no words right now, but we beg that if anyone knows any information, no matter how insignificant you think it is please come forward. 'Any information, no matter how small, may be the missing piece to the answers we need."
Wales Online
14 hours ago
- Wales Online
Heartbroken parents pay tribute after girl, 11, knocked down by van
Heartbroken parents pay tribute after girl, 11, knocked down by van Elemei has been described as 'our baby girl, our life and soul' Elemie Wainwright, who died in a fatal collision last week Heartbroken parents have begged for help to get answers after their 11-year-old daughter was killed when she was hit by a van. Elemie Wainwright was struck by a white Ford Transit van whilst walking along High Street, in Sheffield, on June 12. The school girl was taken to hospital by ambulance but sadly despite doctor's best efforts she died a short time later. Elemie's family say they want answers to how and why their beloved little girl was killed. They said: 'Our beautiful baby girl, a couple of days ago 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.' 'We have no words right now, but we beg that if anyone knows any information, no matter how insignificant you think it is please come forward. Any information, no matter how small, may be the missing piece to the answers we need. 'As parents, we need answers for our baby girl. Please, look at her photo, look at her smile, it's the least our baby deserves.' Article continues below In the wake of her death, Elemie's dance school, Excel Dance Academy, also issued a moving tribute. A spokesperson for the school said: 'We are completely heartbroken by the passing of our beloved student, Elemie. 'As a team and dance academy, we are still processing this awful tragedy. She was such a special girl and has brought nothing but light and kindness to all at Excel. "Elemie was full of love, had the most caring nature and lit up every room she walked into - she was truly one of a kind." Article continues below Officers from South Yorkshire continue to support Elemie's family and work to investigate the circumstances that led to Elemie's death. A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and traffic offences. He has been released on police bail at this time. Officers continue to appeal to witnesses, with anyone with dashcam footage or information to come forward to the police.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Scottish Sun
Devastated family pay tribute to ‘beautiful baby' girl, 11, who was killed by Ford Transit van while crossing road
A man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving FAMILY'S AGONY Devastated family pay tribute to 'beautiful baby' girl, 11, who was killed by Ford Transit van while crossing road THE family of a schoolgirl who was tragically killed in a horror crash as she crossed the road have begged for answers as they pay tribute to their "beautiful baby." Elemie Wainwright was hit by a white Ford Transit van in Mosborough just before 17:00 BST on Thursday June 12. The 11-year-old was rushed to hospital but tragically died a short time later despite the best efforts of medics. A 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and other traffic offences, he has since been released on bail. Cops are working to support Elemie's family and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. The tragic crash left the Elemie's family reeling, they released a statement begging witnesses to come forward. Police are continuing to probe the horror crash after a man was released on bail. Elemie's heartbroken family, from Sheffield, have released a statement saying: "Our baby girl, our life and soul, with the biggest smile, the biggest heart, you were the kindest, most sweetest, most beautiful baby girl. "We have no words right now, but we beg that if anyone knows any information, no matter how insignificant you think it is, please come forward. "As parents, we need answers for our baby girl. Please, look at her photo, look at her smile, it's the least our baby deserves." Police are urging anyone who witnessed the horror to come forward and assist with their investigation. A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Our officers continue to support Elemie's family and our work to investigate the circumstances that led to Elemie's death is continuing. "A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and traffic offences. He remains fully co-operating with officers and has been released on police bail at this time. "We are continuing to appeal to witnesses, or those with dashcam footage or information to come forward and assist us with our inquiry. "Our thoughts remain with Elemie's family, friends and all those that loved her at this difficult time."
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- The Irish Sun
Devastated family pay tribute to ‘beautiful baby' girl, 11, who was killed by Ford Transit van while crossing road
THE family of a schoolgirl who was tragically killed in a horror crash as she crossed the road have begged for answers as they pay tribute to their "beautiful baby." Elemie Wainwright was hit by a white Ford Transit van in Mosborough just before 17:00 BST on Thursday June 12. Advertisement The 11-year-old was rushed to hospital but tragically died a short time later despite the best efforts of medics. A 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and other traffic offences, he has since been released on bail. Cops are working to support Elemie's family and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. The tragic crash left the Elemie's family reeling, they released a statement begging witnesses to come forward. Advertisement Police are continuing to probe the horror crash after a man was released on bail. Elemie's heartbroken family, from Sheffield, have released a statement saying: "Our baby girl, our life and soul, with the biggest smile, the biggest heart, you were the kindest, most sweetest, most beautiful baby girl. "We have no words right now, but we beg that if anyone knows any information, no matter how insignificant you think it is, please come forward. "As parents, we need answers for our baby girl. Please, look at her photo, look at her smile, it's the least our baby deserves." Advertisement Most read in The Sun Breaking A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts remain with Elemie's family, friends and all those that loved her at this difficult time." 1 Elmie was rushed to hospital but tragically died a short time later Credit: South Yorkshire Police
Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Family pay tribute to 'most beautiful baby girl' killed while crossing road
The family of an 11-year-old child who died after she was hit by a van while crossing the road have paid a heartbreaking tribute to their 'beautiful baby'. 11-year-old Elemie Wainwright lost her life when she was struck by a white Ford Transit van at 4.49pm on Thursday in High Street, the junction with Station Road in Mosborough, a village near Sheffield in the UK. The schoolgirl was rushed to hospital by ambulance, but sadly, despite the best efforts of everyone, died a short time later. A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and traffic offences, but released on police bail after fully co-operating with officers. On Sunday, Elemie's family have released an emotional statement paying tribute to the their "beautiful baby girl" as they urged anyone with information to come forward. 'Our beautiful baby girl, on Thursday 12 June our hearts shattered into a million pieces," they said. 'Our baby girl, our life and soul, with the biggest smile, the biggest heart, you were the kindest, most sweetest, most beautiful baby girl.' 'We have no words right now, but we beg that if anyone knows any information, no matter how insignificant you think it is please come forward. 'Any information, no matter how small, may be the missing piece to the answers we need. 'As parents, we need answers for our baby girl. Please, look at her photo, look at her smile, it's the least our baby deserves.' A South Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "Our officers continue to support Elemie's family and our work to investigate the circumstances that led to Elemie's death is continuing. "A 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of death by dangerous driving and traffic offences. He remains fully co-operating with officers and has been released on police bail at this time. "We are continuing to appeal to witnesses, or those with dashcam footage or information to come forward and assist us with our inquiry. "Elemie's family has asked that their privacy be respected during this difficult time."
