A61: Police name family who died in horror crash

Six people, including two children, were killed in Sunday's collision, between a car and a motorbike

Shane Roller and Shannen Morgan (left), their daughters Lillie and Rubie (right)
Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 22nd Jul 2024

A couple and two of their daughters who died in a horror crash between a motorbike and a car on the A61 have been named by police.

Shane Roller (33), his partner Shannen Morgan (30), and their daughters Rubie Morgan-Roller (9) and Lillie Morgan-Roller (4) died at the scene, between Wakefield and Barnsley.

West Yorkshire Police said they were not yet in a position to name a man and a woman riding a motorbike, who also died.

It comes as more than £50,000 is raised for an 11-year-old girl believed to be the eldest daughter of Mr. Roller and Ms. Morgan, who was not in the car at the time.

A Gofundme page set up for their 11-year-old daughter, who was not in the car, had reached more than £45,000 by Monday afternoon.

The fundraiser page said: "We are reaching out to you with heavy hearts and a plea for help.

"On 21st July 2024, a tragic car accident took the lives of (the girl's) entire family - her loving mum, dad, and two little sisters.

"At just 11 years old, (she) has lost her whole world in an instant."

Mr Roller's brother, Callum, wrote on Facebook on Sunday: "I'm absolutely heartbroken I'm gonna miss all of you!

"It's absolutely broken my heart and it's absolutely broke both side of families!

"You all had a heart of gold and gonna miss you all like crazy!

"My heart goes out to shannens side of family and mine! We are all in absolute shock."

The motorcycle rider and pillion passenger - a man and a woman - were also killed.

The collision scene remained closed while police investigations continued.

Police are asking to speak to any witnesses.

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