‘Beloved’ lollipop lady, 49, who was ‘passionate about road safety’ dies after being hit by a car in Yate crash
A "BELOVED" lollipop lady who was "passionate" about road safety has died after being hit by a car in a horror collision.
Rebecca Ashmead, 49, was killed in the smash in Yate, Gloucestershire at around 5.40pm on March 29, cops confirmed.
Avon and Somerset Police confirmed three people were arrested in connection with the tragedy.
One, a man in his 30s, was released on bail while the other two were released without charge.
Rebecca's family paid a touching tribute to her, saying: "Beccy was a devoted mum to her four children, and the best big sister you could ask for.
"She was the matriarch of an incredibly close family, and we loved nothing more than being together.
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"Bex’s unstoppable energy meant she was always busy helping people and being at the centre of fun.
"Bex was the beloved lollipop lady at her daughter’s school, a job which she loved as she could make sure children were safe. She was passionate about road safety.
"Our family is devastated and in shock. We appreciate the kind words of support, and the outpouring of love for Bex we have received but ask that our privacy is respected as we grieve."
Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact Avon and Somerset Police on 101, quoting reference 5223073278.
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