Six people, including two children, killed in crash between Wakefield and Barnsley

The crash, which involved two vehicles, happened on the A61 Barnsley Road between Staincross, Barnsley, and Newmillerdam, Wakefield.

Emergency services received reports of the incident which involved a Ford Focus car and a motorcycle at 3.54pm yesterday (Sunday).

A motorcyclist and pillion passenger, a male and female, were confirmed dead at the scene.

A man and woman, and two children, both girls, who were travelling in the car, were also confirmed dead at the scene.

The road was closed between Shaw Lane and Warren Lane as the investigation continued.

Superintendent Alan Travis of Wakefield District Police said: “This is an absolutely tragic incident which has resulted in the loss of six lives.

“Our thoughts go out to the families of those who have died who we are working with to provide support at this time.”

Anyone who witnessed the collision or who has dashcam footage who has not already been in contact with police is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police by calling 101 or go online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat quoting reference 1157 of 21/7.