GoFundMe for 11-year-old girl who lost her entire family in horrific car crash tops £200,000

A GoFundMe for a young woman who tragically lost her family in a car crash has topped £200,000.

Poppie Morgan-Roller lost her parents and two sisters in a horrific crash between her family’s car and a motorbike on the A61 near Wakefield, UK, on ​​July 21.

Poppie’s family were out for a walk when the accident happened, but the 11-year-old was playing at a friend’s house after she refused to join them.

She was with family friend Paul Hepple, 37, and his family when he agreed to look after Poppie for the day and was about to have Sunday dinner when the tragic news came to A phone.

Poppie’s parents and two sisters tragically died in the accident. (BYE)

Paul quickly started a GoFundMe to cover all aspects of Poppie’s life, from living expenses to education, as well as counseling and long-term well-being following the traumatic event.

At the time of writing, almost 14,000 people have donated over £240,000 in just a few days.

Paul also revealed that Poppie’s aunt will become her new legal guardian.

On the GoFundMe page, he explained: “As for donations, I want to assure you that every penny will go directly to Poppie’s new guardian, her aunt. Poppie will stay and live with her aunt, who is an amazing, loving person and capable guardian.

“She will be fully responsible for managing the donations, ensuring that all funds are used for Poppie’s welfare, including living expenses, education and any counseling she may need.

“Additionally, a portion of the funds can be used for funeral expenses for Poppie’s family, if they choose. Thank you all again for your incredible generosity and support. Your contributions make a significant difference in Poppie’s life, giving her stability. and the care he needs during this difficult time.”

Tributes poured in for Poppie’s family, with one from her late sisters’ school, Athersley North Primary School in Barnsley, as teachers said they were “a delight to teach”. The school also praised the girls for their good character and creativity, sending their “heartfelt thoughts” to their sister Poppie.

More than £240,000 has been raised so far for the 11-year-old. (Facebook)

Paul previously told the media: “Her mum actually contacted us and asked if we could follow Poppie as she didn’t want to go on the walk they did.

“So we were looking at Poppie as she is the best partner with our daughter. He was with our daughter having fun. And on the way home, that’s when the accident happened.

“We were having Sunday dinner as a family and Poppie’s aunt was with us and obviously Poppie was too. And then he got a phone call and ended up leaving very quickly to go see what happened.”

In her own words, Poppie is a “pretty bubbly” girl whose family was well-liked by the neighborhood.

“They were always talkative and showed up at parties all the time,” added Paul.

Wakefield District Police Superintendent Alan Travis said: “This is an absolutely tragic incident which has resulted in the loss of six lives.

“Our thoughts go out to the families of those who have died who we are working with to provide support at this time.”

As the investigation continues, the A61 is expected to remain closed between Shaw Lane and Warren Lane.

If you would like to donate to the GoFundMe, you can do so here.

LADbible has contacted West Yorkshire Police for further updates.

If you have suffered a bereavement and would like to speak to someone in confidence, contact Cruse Bereavement Care via their national helpline on 0808 808 1677.