The eight-year-old girl tragically killed in the Wimbledon school crash has been named for the first time. Tributes and flowers left at the scene are addressed to Selena, though her surname has not been disclosed.
Heartfelt messages describe Selena as a “shining star.” A woman with a blue sling around her arm visited the scene and placed flowers in a box along with a card. Overwhelmed with emotions, she was comforted by a man accompanying her. The note left at the scene reads, “Dear Selena, you will always be our shining star. We will miss you so much,” accompanied by a picture of a star and kisses.
Ian Hewitt, the chairman of the All England Lawn Tennis club, also paid his respects by laying flowers at the scene. Speaking to reporters, he expressed the deep sympathy of the club to all those affected, stating, “We feel closely associated with the community. What a tragic incident – we just offer our heartfelt sympathies to all affected.”
A local teacher, who wished to remain anonymous, shared her thoughts on the incident: “A friend of mine has friends who have children who go to the school. She said they have all kinds of broken bones, including a broken pelvis. I’m a teacher and a mother, and it could have happened to us. It could have happened to anybody.”
The Metropolitan Police continue to question a woman in her 40s on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The incident occurred during an end-of-term tea party at The Study Prep school in Wimbledon, South West London, on Thursday, July 6. Twelve other people were hospitalized following the crash.
The school issued a statement expressing profound shock and extending their thoughts to the bereaved family and the families of those injured. They emphasized that the welfare of the students and their families is their top priority and promised to provide support to those affected by the tragic event.
As investigations continue, the community has come together to share their tributes and condolences, leaving flowers and messages of support at the entrance to the school. The incident has deeply impacted everyone involved, and the community stands united in grief and support for the victims and their families.
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