Families pay tribute to teenagers killed in crash

Tributes have been paid to two teenagers who died after a car crashed into a lamppost in Rotherham.

Jacob Patching and Jacob Skidmore, both 19, were travelling in a white BMW 3 Series when the collision happened on East Bawtry Road on 26 September.

Patching's family described him as a "loyal, hardworking, caring and a kind young man", while Skidmore's relatives said his loss "left a big hole in our family that will never close".

South Yorkshire Police previously said a man had been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and released on bail.

Patching's family described him as having "a contagious sense of humour" and a "love for the outdoors".

"Our whole lives have changed beyond measure in an instant and the pain left behind is immeasurable. Nothing will ever be the same without him," they said.

They also thanked the emergency services and the wider community.

Skidmore would be remembered for his "great love for mending anything with an engine as his mates know this well enough", his family said.

"We would like to thank all that are supporting us through this time.

"Jacob was loved by all who knew him, especially his work family at The Paint Factory, his girlfriend and his friends."

Police previously said the BMW was believed to have been travelling with a blue BMW 4 Series before leaving the carriageway near Worrygoose roundabout and crashing.

The force said they were continuing to investigate the collision and appealed for witnesses to get in touch.

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