Family of Wisbech river crash teen say ‘phrases cannot describe the tragedy’ as man lacking
Five teenagers were in the car when it entered the River Nene near Wisbech – Eden Bunn, 16 was found dead while Declan Berry, 18, believed to be the driver, is still missing
Eden Bunn, 16 was found dead while Declan Berry, 18 is still missing
Police have identified the teenage girl who tragically lost her life and a young man who is still missing after a car plunged into a river. The body of 16-year-old Eden Bunn, from Sutton Bridge, was found by police on Wednesday (March 18).-
The search continues for Declan Berry, 18, from Wisbech, who is thought to have been behind the wheel of the blue VW Polo when it ended up in the River Nene.
The incident happened at around 8.20pm on Tuesday, March 17, when a car entered the water at North Brink in Wisbech St Mary. Five teenagers were inside the vehicle at the time, reports Cambridgeshire Live.
Three of the teens managed to escape the submerged car and were rushed to hospital. A 16-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy have since been discharged, whilst another 16-year-old girl remains in hospital.
The families of Eden and Declan have paid heartfelt tributes to them. Eden’s parents, Lisa and Dean, her brother Jay, sister Shelby and nephew Axl said: “Eden was the kindest, most loving girl we could ever wish for. Her horses – Daisy and Dolly – were her world, and she was ours. Words cannot describe the tragedy that will stay with us until we are able to meet her again.”
Declan’s family and friends expressed their grief, saying: “We are absolutely devastated beyond words and ask for privacy during this tragic time.”
DI Craig Wheeler, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, commented: “This is a truly devastating collision, for all involved. My thoughts are with the friends and family of Eden and Declan during this truly horrific time.
“Our investigation is at an early stage, but I would appeal to anyone who may have seen the collision or the blue VW Polo in the Wisbech area between 7pm and 8.20pm on Tuesday to contact police.
“Our focus remains on trying to find Declan, however due to challenging nature of the river, this could be a timely process. During this period, there will be an increased police presence along the River Nene whilst we continue our efforts to find him.”
Anyone who witnessed what occurred, spotted the vehicle prior to the crash, or has dashcam footage, is urged to report it through the force website, referencing incident 515 of 17 March. Anyone without internet access should call 101.
