Fundraiser Launched in Memory of Poole Dad Adam McClelland

A fundraiser has been launched in memory of Adam McClelland, a devoted father of two from Poole who tragically lost his life following a collision on Wimborne Road earlier this month.

Adam, aged 26, was found unresponsive in the early hours near the junction with Heath Avenue in the Oakdale area. Emergency services attended, but sadly, Adam could not be saved. Dorset Police have confirmed that Adam was involved in a collision with a vehicle that failed to stop, and investigations are ongoing.

Adam’s family has set up a fundraising page to help cover funeral and memorial costs, aiming to give Adam the dignified farewell he deserves. Any additional funds raised will be placed into a fund for his two young sons, helping to provide a small safety net for their future.

The outpouring of support from the community has been overwhelming, with friends, neighbours, and local residents coming together to offer condolences and donations. Adam was known for his love of football, especially as an Arsenal fan, and for the joy he found in spending time with his boys.

Adam’s family shared: “Thank you so much for your kind words at this time of utter devastation in our lives. Every single message is comforting us and helping to keep Adam's memory alive. We want Adam's legacy carried on through his beautiful children.”

If you’d like to support Adam’s family, you can donate via their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-loving-memory-of-our-son-adam-mcclelland

Adam’s memory lives on through his children and the kindness of the community during this incredibly difficult time.