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Young British cricketer James Daniel Spence has been mourned by the British cricket world, after losing his life in a tragic car crash on April 29, aged 28. Spence was from Hull in Yorkshire, where he was killed in a State Highway 1 crash near Kinleith. The crash also claimed the life of 22-year-old Frenchman Raphael Jean-Gabriel Roellinger, and police are still looking into how the collision occurred, while tribute pour in from teammates, friends and members of the British cricket world.

Young cricketer Spence's club, Hull Strikers, shared an emotional message, remembering their most loved teammate.

The club wrote:

"His enthusiasm for the game and his presence within the club made a lasting impact on teammates and the wider Strikers community."

In their tribute on their Facebook page, they expressed the deep ties Spence had with their club.

"Jamie’s connection to Hull Strikers ran deep. Such was his pride and commitment to the club, he carried its identity with him permanently, symbolised by a tattoo on his arm – a reflection of the strength of his bond with the team."

He embodied all Hull Strikers stands for with 'Pride, passion, respect, be ruthless, Hull Strikers 25'.

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Hull Strikers, the team's spokesman said the team has been devastated by the shock and trauma of the passing, especially as Spence was anticipated to remain a team member this season.

This team continued their tradition of dedication after the loss in their next match when the players celebrated their win by remembering their fellow teammate.

"We took the field with heavy hearts, playing with 10 men after the heartbreaking loss of our teammate and brother Jaime, who was part of this very squad just days ago. Being taken from us so suddenly in a tragic accident has left a void that can never truly be filled."

The player was also celebrated for his uplifting demeanor.

"He wasn’t just a player – he was one of the biggest supporters of this club, always bringing energy, passion, and a smile that lifted everyone around him. This victory is for you. There is no better tribute than giving everything out there, just like you always did. You’ll always be a part of this team. Forever a Striker."

Police are still investigating a deadly collision on the road to Kinleith. Information from public is needed with regard to possible footage from vehicle dashes who may have been traveling through the Tar Hill highway on the night the fatal crash occurred, anytime between 8.30pm-9.30pm.

Also requested is that drivers of 2 trailer and truck vehicles traveling north at the time of the crash come forward. According to authorities one of the two trucks may have narrowly missed by one of the vehicles that was in the crash, when the vehicle was traveling and overtook one of the trucks then returning to the southbound lane.