Woman, 29, killed in Sheffield crash was 'vibrant' police worker

Ellie Smart died after being hit by a car in Sheffield on 25 January

A woman who was fatally struck by a car in South Yorkshire has been named as 29-year-old Ellie Smart.

Ms Smart died after being hit by a black Vauxhall Astra in Donetsk Way, Sheffield, just after 07:30 GMT on 25 January, police said.

The 33-year-old male driver of the car was assisting officers, they added.

Ms Smart, a communications officer for South Yorkshire Police, was described by the chief constable as "a very popular colleague and friend".

Ch Con Lauren Poultney added: "Ellie was a vibrant young woman who lit up any room she was in. She was passionate about her role, and a loyal colleague and friend.

"Her loss is felt across the whole force, and we are all holding her family in our thoughts."

Ellie's family was "absolutely devastated" by her death and was being supported by officers, a force spokesperson said.

Anyone with information about what happened, or who had dashcam footage from the scene of the crash, was asked to contact South Yorkshire Police.