A wave of sorrow has swept across the community following a devastating caravan fire at Ingoldmells’ Goldenbeach Holiday Park that claimed the lives of a 10-year-old girl and her father. The tragic incident occurred in the wee hours of Saturday morning, prompting an immediate response from emergency services and an ongoing investigation by Lincolnshire police. The victims have been identified as Lee Baker and his young daughter Esme, as revealed on a GoFundMe page set up to assist the bereaved family. Paige Richmond, who orchestrated the fundraiser, describes Lee and Esme as a joyous duo who were adored by all who knew them. The campaign has already raised around £3,000 at the time of reporting. A memorial night is being planned to celebrate the lives of the father and daughter, with further details to be announced. Meanwhile, locals have been invited to lay flowers near the Sandancer pub at the holiday park. Lincolnshire police have pledged that they are working tirelessly to unearth the cause of the fire. The Ye Olde Sun Inn in Retford, in a touching tribute, shared a picture of Lee, assuring that his place at the bar would always be reserved. Numerous heartfelt tributes have since poured in, underscoring the deep impact this tragedy has had on the community.
This story was adapted by The Lincoln Post from original reporting by www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk.
