Mother's tribute to Oria Henry as police investigate suspected murder in Anwick crash

The mother of a two-year-old girl whose death in a car crash is being treated as murder has paid tribute to her "precious girl".

Oria Henry and her father, 35-year-old Ashley Henry, were fatally injured when the Nissan Qashqai they were in collided with a lorry in the village of Anwick, near Sleaford, Lincolnshire on Sunday. The pair, from Leicester, died at the scene.

Lincolnshire Police say they are treating Oria's death as murder and are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.

In a tribute to her daughter released by Lincolnshire Police Oria's mother, Rachael Leader, said: She said: "To my darling daughter, Oria. I love you so much. I’m so sorry your precious life was taken from you. 

"You gave me so much light sweetheart, so much love and so much happiness. I will cherish each and every moment we had together."

Oria and her father were travelling back from Skegness when they died.

The incident happened on Main Road, Anwick, at 2.45pm on Sunday.

Ms Leader said Oria "had the most beautiful smile" and "touched the hearts".

Speaking directly to her daughter, she said: "I miss you so much. Whilst the pain of losing you is indescribable, I will turn it into purpose, for you and for us. 

“You chose me for a reason and will continue to shine your light through me... God will keep you safe until we meet again in heaven."

Police have appealed for witnesses.

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