Family and friends raise incredible £6,700 for charity in memory of teenager killed in hit-and-run near Pateley Bridge
The family and friends of a teenager who tragically died in a hit-and-run near Pateley Bridge have raised more than £6,700 for charity in his memory.
Bailey Chadwick, aged 19, was killed when he was hit by a vehicle while walking home on the B6265 at Lupton Bank, between Pateley Bridge and Glasshouses, in July.
The friends and family of Bailey organised a races night which took place on Saturday, November 1, and saw friends, family and members of the community come together in his memory.
A raffle and an auction raised an impressive £6,752.88 for Just ‘B’ – the bereavement support service that has been helping Bailey’s family through their loss.
Dayle Knights, Bailey’s mum, said: “I am overwhelmed with all the support from my friends and community – thank you all.”
Tegan Duncan, close friend of Bailey, added: “There is a deep pain in not knowing, no explanations, no closure.
"Just a bright life cut short and a community left in the middle of all this uncertainty.
"We are continuing to stay hopeful for answers.
“We are not letting this story fade into the background, we are not letting Bailey’s name be forgotten and we are not giving up – not on justice, not on each other, not on the future.
“Because keeping Bailey’s name alive reminds the world that love endures, truth matters and silence won’t have the final word – #BecauseofBailey.”
Just ‘B’ is a specialist bereavement support and emotional wellbeing service helping children, young people and adults across North Yorkshire.
A spokesperson for Just ‘B’ said: “Our heartfelt thanks go to everyone involved, and especially to Bailey’s loved ones, who continue to honour him with such courage and compassion.
"Their generosity will help ensure others can access support when they need it most.”
The money raised will help Just ‘B’ expand its services, ensuring more young people and families receive the care they need.
Bailey’s family hope that the funds raised will not only support others in need, but also ensure his memory lives on in his community.
To find out how you, or someone you know can seek support from Just ‘B’, visit https://justb.org.uk/