Friends and family of 3 children killed in tragic Meanwood crash pay tribute through music
Family and friends of Ellis Thornton-Kimmitt (12), his brother Elliott (14) and Darnell Harte (15) have created a heartfelt tribute video in their memory.
Ellis Thornton-Kimmitt (12), his brother Elliott (14) and Darnell Harte (15) were among 5 people who died in a tragic car crash in Meanwood at the end of last month.
In the weeks since, music producer Toyan Isaac, who runs his own label Brotherhood Records Music, decided to reach out and help support those left heartbroken.
"We would wish to turn back the time but we can't, even though they've gone to a better place, they've gone to heaven. All we can is pray for better day and change. These lot in the video liked music, the kids who passed away, they loved music. This video is to them."
Alfie Li, who grew up with Ellis, Elliott and Darnell, also spoke to Radio Aire about the effect losing his friends has had on his life: "When you're 14, a month before Christmas, you don't expect to be getting funeral clothes for one of your friends that was your age. It really is upsetting and its hard to deal with.
"It's been difficult. I just remember that phone call, when I heard Darnell's name, it didn't register. I just broke down a bit I mean it's not really sinking in and it's really hard and everyone is upset. It's hurt everybody."
Natasha, Darnell's sister, paid tribute to her brother, and thanked those who have supported the family: "To know that everyone came to the music video and supported these boys as well as showing the boys they're still loved and are going to live on forever. No one is ever going to forget about them - it was great to see everyone just be together and support one another."
"It's one of the worst things that will ever happen to us."
"There isn't any words to describe it, it's just terrible. It's the worst moment ever, no of us wanted to live it. But we did thanks to all the support."
Friends told Radio Aire the music video helped to express how they're feeling, and hope it will help others in the community and across Leeds understand what they are going through.
LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW: Darnell's sister, Natasha, and friends Toyan Isaac, Shaquille Isaac, Rayon Crawford, Aquade Jeffers, AJ Mubaiwa, Alfie Li and Travell Watson chose to speak to Radio Aire's Tom Dambach: