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Four Gambian family members killed in Derby A38 crash

Published 28 July 2026

Four members of a Gambian family from Leeds, including an infant, were killed in a single-vehicle crash on the A38 in Derby late Saturday, July 25. The victims have been identified as Abubacarr Camara, 36, his wife Isa Jaiteh, 30, their baby daughter Aisha Camara, and an 18-year-old woman believed to be a cousin. A 33-year-old man, the driver, sustained serious injuries and was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving before being released on bail.

The red Hyundai left the carriageway near the Toyota Island area and collided with trees at approximately 11 p.m. Derbyshire Police confirmed the three adults were pronounced dead at the scene. The baby was rushed to a hospital but died a short time later. Authorities said the family was traveling north, returning to Leeds from an event in Birmingham earlier that day. Community tributes indicate the family had attended a gathering for the Sarahule community, a West African ethnic group.

The Gambia Welfare Society in Leeds described Abubacarr Camara, also known as Buba, as a dedicated community servant who mentored young people through football and supported local religious initiatives. The society said he would be...

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