Pitsea Hit-and-Run: Fundraiser for Family Reaches £20k Goal
A fundraiser for the family of two children killed in Pitsea has surpassed its £20,000 target, showing community support.
Pitsea, Essex, UK, Hit-and-Run, Fundraiser, Community Support
Pitsea: A tragic incident occurred on Saturday evening. Roman, 16, and Darcie, nine, were hit by a car in Ashlyns. Sadly, they died from their injuries.
The car involved did not stop. Police arrested a man and a woman in their 20s. They are suspected of causing death by dangerous driving.
The community has come together to support the family. Floral tributes are placed near the scene. A GoFundMe was set up to help give the children a proper send-off.
The Moore Brothers, friends of the family, started the fundraiser. They expressed gratitude for the community’s generosity. They noted how everyone united for the children.
In a social media post, they said the support has been unmatched. They encouraged people to keep donating, emphasizing the family’s need for help.
The GoFundMe launched over the weekend. It raised over £18,000 in just five hours. By the end of the night, it hit its £20,000 target, with donations exceeding £25,000.
The crash happened after 9 PM on Saturday. Detective Sergeant Sam Nason is leading the investigation. He mentioned that specialist officers are supporting the children’s loved ones.
DS Nason’s team is working hard to uncover the details of the incident. He asked for privacy for the families involved and urged against speculation.
He thanked emergency service members and the public for their efforts to save the children. Anyone with information or footage is encouraged to contact the police.