Man charged with causing deaths of six in Barnsley crash

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 17:15 · Archive

Christopher Cockell, 50, appeared in court charged with causing the deaths of six people in a crash on the A61 between Barnsley and Wakefield in July 2024.

Christopher Cockell, 50, from Barnsley, appeared in Leeds Magistrates' Court charged with six counts of causing death by dangerous driving and one count of failing to stop after a road accident.

The crash occurred on the A61 between Barnsley and Wakefield in July 2024. A Ford Focus car collided with a motorbike, killing six people. Four were from the same family: Shane Roller, 33, his partner Shannen Morgan, 30, and their daughters Rubie, aged nine, and Lillie, aged four. The other two victims were Christopher and Janine Barton, a married couple.

Cockell appeared at court wearing a face mask and hat. He spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address. The magistrate determined the offences were too serious to be dealt with by a magistrate's court. Cockell was released on bail to appear at Leeds Crown Court on 1 December.

How it is being reported

• Man in court charged with causing deaths of six people including four from same family in crash near BarnsleyThe victims included four members of the same familySheffield Star · 28 Oct, 16:49
• Man in court over fatal crash which killed sixChristopher Cockell, 50, from Barnsley, is charged with six counts of dangerous driving.BBC South Yorkshire · 28 Oct, 15:46

In this story: Christopher Cockell · Shane Roller · Shannen Morgan · Rubie Morgan-Roller · Lillie Morgan-Roller · Christopher Barton · Barnsley · A61

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