Claire Lewis

Sheffield

Editor at The Star (Sheffield)

Editor, The Star (Sheffield).

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Articles

Tragedy as boy, 16, killed in horror crash on Staniforth Road

3 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

A boy, aged 16, died after a horror crash in Sheffield yesterday afternoon. The teenager was walking along Staniforth Road, Darnall, at around 4.50pm when he was invlved in a collision with an electric bike and a grey Audi. The Audi failed to stop - triggering a manhunt. Emergency services raced to the scene and found a pedestrian critically injured and the 18-year-old rider of the E-bike seriously hurt.
Inquest to begin today into death of Sheffield foster mum

3 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

An inquest is to begin today into the death of a Sheffield foster carer who died after being hit by a car driven by a 12-year-old boy she was caring for. Marcia Grant, aged 60, died in April 2023 when she was struck by her own car on the driveway of her home. A 12-year-old boy she was caring for was behind the wheel. Marcia was attempting to prevent the boy from driving off in the car.
Police release video and issue warning over online abuse and intimate images

3 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

South Yorkshire Police is calling on teenagers and parents to be aware of the dangers of online grooming and intimate image abuse. The force said as children and young people continue to spend more time online and on screens, it’s important to understand the risks, and how youngsters can prevent themselves from being exposed and protect themselves online.
Police probe into death of man in Rotherham continues as suspect is arrested

3 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

A police probe into the death of a man in Rotherham at the weekend is continuing this morning. South Yorkshire Police said at 6.47am yesterday (Sunday, June 1) reports were received that a man had been found unresponsive on Waddington Way. Despite the best efforts of medics, the man, aged 54, was pronounced dead at the scene. A 53-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
Police 'increasingly concerned' for missing man, 82, last seen near city hospital

4 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

Police officers searching for an elderly missing man last seen near to a Sheffield hospital are appealing for help to find him. David, aged 82 and from Sheffield, was last seen at 10am on Thursday, May 29 near to the Northern General Hospital. He is white, approximately 5ft 10ins tall and of average build. David is believed to be wearing black trousers, a blue coat and a beige baseball cap. Officers have released a CCTV image David.
Missing teen not seen for nearly a week could be in Sheffield

4 weeks ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

A teenager who has not been seen for nearly a week may be in Sheffield, police believe. Anthony, aged 17, is missing from Glossop and was last seen at around 12noon on Saturday, May 24. It is thought he may have travelled to Sheffield. He is white, around 5ft 8ins tall and slim, with fair, brown hair. Anthony was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black jogging bottoms, black trainers and was carrying a black backpack.
Tragedy as man dies in collision - police issue statement

1 month ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

A man lost his life after a two-car collision in Eckington today, police have confirmed. Derbyshire Constabulary confirmed the tragedy after a two-vehicle collision on Church Street in Eckington, earlier today.
Photo gallery of excited Blades fans heading to Wembley for play-off final

1 month ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

Tens of thousands of Sheffield United fans are making their way to Wembley this morning. Some have shared photos with The Star to help capture special memories of the day as excitement ahead of the big game builds. Buses, trains and cars are packed with Blades heading to the capital hoping for play-off final success when United take on Sunderland this afternoon. If you are travelling down, send us your photos as we capture the special occasion from the start to the final whistle and beyond.
I swapped scoring goals for catching criminals

1 month ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

When it comes to catching criminals, PC Ellie Hawcroft is certainly on the ball. A former international professional footballer, Ellie swapped her studded boots for patrol boots when she joined South Yorkshire Policeas a student officer back in February 2023. She's now on the frontline as a response cop in Wombwell, Barnsley, and the goal she's aiming for these days is to keep the streets of South Yorkshire safe. Ellie's path to becoming a police officer wasn't conventional .
Barnsley road closed after crash as emergency services deal with incident

1 month ago | thestar.co.uk | Claire Lewis

A road is closed in South Yorkshire while emergency services deal with the aftermath of a collision. Higham Road closed in Barnsley is closed to traffic and police are urging people to avoid the area. In a statement earlier, South Yorkshire Police said: “Please be aware that Higham Road in Barnsley is currently closed following a road traffic collision. “Longley Street and Hermit Lane are both affected by the closure. “Please avoid the area while emergency services carry out their work.