Hoyland Horror: Three-Car Pile-Up Sparks Investigation

Chaos hit the junction of Hoyland Road and Fearnley Road yesterday evening after a three-vehicle smash. Special Constables from Barnsley rushed to the scene, only to find one vehicle’s occupants had fled before help arrived.

Minor Injuries, Major Disruption

Despite the nasty crash, miraculously, everyone involved escaped with just minor injuries. However, clearing the wreckage took hours, disrupting traffic and stirring concern among locals.

Police Hunt Witnesses and Footage

South Yorkshire Police thanked drivers and residents for their patience while the scene was secured. A spokesperson urged:

“We are keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam or CCTV footage that could assist with our investigation.”

If you have any info, ring South Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting incident number SYP-20250426-682. An anonymous tip? Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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