Abu Camara, 36, his wife, 30, their daughter and an 18-year-old woman, believed to be a cousin, died when the car they were in struck trees in Derby16:22, 27 Jul 2026Updated 16:33, 27 Jul 2026Four members of the same "selfless" family including a seven-month-old baby have died in a horror crash with tributes pouring in.Abu Camara, 36, his wife, 30, their young daughter and an 18-year-old woman, believed to be a cousin, died when the Hyundai they were travelling in struck trees by the side of the A38 in Derby at around 11pm on Saturday.Derbyshire Police said the driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered serious injuries. He was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and later bailed.The family were from the Gambian community in Leeds where people have spoken of their kindness. The city's Gambia Welfare Society asked people to "give their families strength and patience during this heartbreaking time".Abu, also known as Buba, Abue was said to be a "dedicated servant" to the local community who mentored children through football. "He will be remembered for his kindness, humility, and selfless service", the society wrote on Facebook.High Commission of The Gambia in the UK also commented on the tragedy, confirming the deaths of four Gambian nationals following the incident."According to information received, the four individuals were travelling together from Birmingham to Leeds when their vehicle left the road and collided with a tree. All four occupants sadly lost their lives," a spokesperson said."Her Excellency Dr Fatou Bensouda, High Commissioner of the Republic of The Gambia to the United Kingdom, together with the staff of the High Commission, extends its deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families during this difficult time."The Deputy Head of Mission, Mr Suntou Touray, has spoken with the President of the Gambia Welfare Society in Leeds, Mr Yanks Sawo, to convey the High Commission's condolences and to coordinate with the family's liaison representative."Derbyshire Police has said that it wants to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or may have dashcam footage of the incident.A statement from the force read: "A driver arrested in connection with a fatal collision in which four people died has been bailed."We were called out to reports that a red Hyundai car had left the carriageway and crashed into trees on the A38, close to the Toyota Island, at about 11pm on Saturday (25 July)."Two women, aged 18 and 30, along with a 36-year-old man, were declared dead at the scene. A baby girl was taken to hospital where she was sadly pronounced dead a short while later. All four were passengers in the vehicle."The driver – a 33-year-old man – was taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries where he remains today. He was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been bailed. All those involved are from Leeds in West Yorkshire."The relatives of those involved are aware and are receiving support from specialist officers. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time. We are continuing to appeal for anyone who witnessed the crash to come forward.Article continues below"Officers are also keen to hear from anyone who has any dash cam footage which may have captured the incident." People can pass on information quoting the incident number 26*442464."
Victims in horror crash where baby died are all from same 'selfless' family
Abu Camara, 36, his wife, 30, their daughter and an 18-year-old woman, believed to be a cousin, died when the car they were in struck trees in Derby








