A heartrending incident in Plymouth results in the untimely deaths of 24-year-old Destiny Harrison and her daughter, Linnea, following a collision on Victoria Road. The community and the Harrison family are left in mourning as an investigation into the tragedy continues.
A tragic car collision in Plymouth, Devon, claimed the lives of 24-year-old Destiny Harrison and her five-year-old daughter, Linnea Harrison, leaving the local community and their family in deep mourning. The incident, which occurred on Victoria Road around 9:45 am on a Sunday, led to both the mother and daughter being critically injured and subsequently dying in the hospital. Described by authorities as a “doting” pair, tributes flooded in for Destiny and Linnea, reflecting the profound impact of their loss.
In response to the devastating event, the Harrison family released a statement through Devon and Cornwall Police, expressing their immense grief and remembering Destiny as a “beautiful, strong young woman,” and Linnea as a “larger-than-life” child whose presence always brought joy.
Following the incident, a 74-year-old woman from Plymouth was arrested under suspicion of causing death by careless driving and driving under the influence. She was later released under investigation. The police, led by Sergeant Troy Bennett, have been urging the public to come forward with any information or footage that could assist in the ongoing investigation.
The Harrison family’s plea for privacy during this difficult time was echoed by their heartfelt statement and the initiation of a GoFundMe appeal by Orin Harrison to support funeral arrangements. Despite the tragedy, the community’s support has been overwhelming, with friends, family, and local charities offering tributes and condolences.
As the investigation into the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking collision continues, the memory of Destiny and Linnea Harrison endures, cherished by all who knew them and supported by the collective mourning of a community struck by this sudden loss.
