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Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Yahoo
Tribute to 'beautiful girl' after woman, 20, dies following crash on holiday
A 20-year-old woman, who was hit by a car in Turkey while on holiday, has died. Paige Bower-Walker, 20 and from Gosport, had been enjoying a holiday in Kemer, Turkey, with family friends when she was struck by a car on Saturday while out for kebabs. She suffered serious injuries in the crash, including a fractured skull and major bleeding. After undergoing emergency surgery, she was put into a coma. Her family has now announced that she died on Sunday, July 6. Read more: Niki Bowyer, Paige's mother, announced the news on Facebook. She wrote: "It is with a broken heart and deep regret that we announce the passing of my beautiful girl. "Her heart stopped beating at 8.30pm on July 6. Her poor little body suffered too much trauma; she just had enough." Paige on the pitch (Image: Emily Taylor) Following the crash, Paige's friend Emily Taylor started a fundraiser to help the family stay with Paige in Turkey whilst she is treated, and eventually help bring her home. It raised over £8k from more than 300 separate donations. Emily said: "The last few days of her life, she spent with her mum and dad, who are totally broken. "Paige was told daily how much she was and is loved by everyone and how much support we were all sending her. "She spent a week fighting for her life, and now she is out of pain." READ MORE: Young father found dead in Southampton was happy at wedding days before Following her passing, Paige's family thanked everyone who offered support and asked for privacy. "We thank every single one of you for your support at the hardest time of our lives, but I am asking, please give us privacy right now," added Niki. "We need to try and process how we're going to live without seeing our beautiful girl again. "Paige was loved and adored by so many, and I know she felt the same about you all. Fly high, my beautiful girl, till we meet again, I will forever carry you in my heart." Paige had been meant to be on holiday for nine days, and would have been returning home last Sunday if not for the crash. She was a member of the Gosport Borough Ladies Reserve Football team, which is where she met Emily.
Daily Mail
29-06-2025
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Murder investigation as pregnant woman, 27, is found dead inside a house
A murder investigation has been launched after a 27-year-old pregnant woman was found dead inside a house. Mum-of-two Sarah Montgomery was found found dead in Donaghadee, Northern Ireland, yesterday afternoon. A 28-year-old man has been arrested, police said today. Detective Chief Inspector Tom Phillips said: 'Police received a report at approximately 2.15pm on Saturday afternoon, 28th June of an unconscious woman with a serious injury inside a house in the Elmfield Walk area of the town. 'Officers attended, alongside colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service who provided medical treatment at the scene. 'Sadly the woman, who has been named as 27-year-old Sarah Montgomery, a mother-of-two, and confirmed to have been pregnant at the time of her death, was pronounced deceased at the scene. 'A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder, and remains in police custody assisting with enquiries. 'Enquiries are at an early stage into this deeply tragic case. Our thoughts are also with Sarah's family during this incredibly difficult time – as they struggle to come to terms with what has happened. Sarah's family are being supported by specially trained officers as the investigation continues.' The scene is in a residential estate not far from the town centre. It remains a hive of activity today, with forensic officers in white suits going into one of the properties. North Area Chief Inspector Yvonne McManus said local people will see an increased police presence due to the shocking incident. She said: 'We understand this news will cause shock and concern within the community. Local people will see our officers in and around the area – with cordons still in place today. 'Should anyone have any concerns or want to ask for help or advice, please speak to us. We want to help. 'We recognise the profound impact that violence against women and girls has on individuals, families and wider society. 'Addressing this issue remains a key priority, and we are committed to engaging directly with the local community to offer support, build trust, and help people feel safe.' North Down MP Alex Easton commented: 'I am deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of a woman in the Elmfield Walk area of Donaghadee. 'My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. 'I understand that the PSNI is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident, and I would encourage the public to allow them the space and time to carry out their enquiries. 'Donaghadee is a close-knit and caring community, and I know local people will be shocked and saddened by this news. I would urge anyone with information that may assist the police investigation to come forward. 'I will continue to liaise with the relevant authorities and offer any support I can.' Councillor James Cochrane urged the public to allow police to continue with their enquiries into the incident. He said: 'I would like just to say that my thoughts are with the family upon hearing this shocking news', according to the Sunday World. 'I would urge the public, if they have information, to contact police, and to allow the PSNI to carry out their investigations.' DUP alderman, Mark Brooks branded the death 'absolutely shocking' to hear. 'My thoughts are with the family at this time. It is absolutely shocking news to hear,' said the alderman. The PSNI said: 'Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the sudden death of a woman at a property in the Elmfield Walk area of Donaghadee.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
'It's just tragic': Former Iowa state senator mourns loss of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman
'It's just tragic': Former Iowa state senator mourns loss of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Pheobe Bishop's boyfriend breaks his silence, revealing fresh details about her fateful trip to the airport - and the other tragedy that took them apart from one another
The family of Pheobe Bishop's boyfriend has revealed heartbreaking details of the trip she never made after she was allegedly murdered on her way to see him. Pheobe, 17, vanished en route from her hometown of Gin Gin in central Queensland, to visit her high school sweetheart, Levi, 18, in Western Australia on May 15. But she never made her flight after her housemates James Wood, 34, and Tanika Bromley, 33, allegedly murdered her on the way to nearby Bundaberg Airport. Pheobe rang her boyfriend as she was being driven by them to the airport - but he was unable to hear anything before the call cut off. Levi waited patiently in vain for her to arrive at Perth Airport, dutifully checking flight after flight, until he realised something had gone horribly wrong and raised the alarm. Now Levi's father Rick - speaking on his son's behalf - has opened up to Daily Mail Australia. (We are not revealing Levi's surname at the family's request.) Rick said Levi is still too traumatised by Pheobe's loss - but said the family wanted to pay tribute to the special bond between the lovestruck teenagers. 'Levi absolutely adored Pheobe,' he said. Rick revealed the tragedy is the second devastating heartbreak to hit the family after Levi lost his mother in a car crash in Bundaberg just four years ago - a tragedy that prompted the family to move across the country. Pheobe Bishop, 17, (pictured with her mother Kylie Johnson) vanished en route from her rural Queensland hometown to visit high school sweetheart, Levi, 18, in Western Australia on May 15 'They would video chat all night, every night, falling asleep - and then they would tell each other who was sleep-talking the next day,' Rick told Daily Mail Australia. 'It was a bit cute.' The father-of-six said the couple had been excited for weeks about their reunion and were busily planning out every detail. 'Levi had bought Pheobe a Canon camera worth $1000 because she wanted to get into photography,' he said. 'A week before she was supposed to land, Levi had packed the 4WD up with camping gear. 'He had planned a trip to Esperance in WA, camping on the beach with Pheobe. 'They were both really excited about that. 'It's so heartbreaking seeing what could have been a beautiful future together shattered into pieces.' Pheobe's tragic death comes only a few years after Levi, then 13, lost his mother Jade Warry, 35. 'Their beautiful mum had a car accident on New Years Eve 2020 and the kids would go past the site everyday on the school bus,' Rick said. 'It was too hard on them, the constant reminder.' Jade was travelling on Bucca Road in Bundaberg when her vehicle crashed into a tree just before 9pm. A passing motorist found Jade and paramedics were called to the scene - but nothing could be done to save her life. Rick and Jade had been planning their wedding for the following year and he admitted he was devastated by the loss. Pheobe and Levi both attended the same local school, but Rick then had to make the difficult decision to split them up and relocate his family for a fresh start. The family faced daily reminders of the horrific tragedy, and the father decided he needed to move far away to escape the confronting traumatic scene, day after day. 'Moving to WA was the best move,' he said. 'I never thought I'd see them happy again. 'And it meant the world to us for Pheobe to come over. 'I'm a widower with six children and she just wanted to come over and help and spend quality time with Levi's siblings.' Tragically, she never made it. Officers discovered the teenager's remains near Good Night Scrub National Park on June 6. It's alleged Bromley and Wood interfered with her corpse on May 15 and again two days later when Pheobe's body is said to have been moved to Good Night Scrub National Park. Court documents allege she was killed on Airport Drive in Bundaberg where she was last seen with her luggage, which police have yet to find. Detectives are understood to be relying on Pheobe's clothes and DNA from hair at the scene to identify her after her body lay for three weeks in a remote area where feral dogs and wild pigs roam. Police confirmed Pheobe's remains had not been buried at the site where they were found. Detective Inspector Craig Mansfield said the remains had been at the location since Pheobe first went missing. He told reporters telecommunications data had led them to the second site. 'The national park is vast and unforgiving terrain,' Insp Mansfield said. He confirmed Pheobe's luggage is yet to be located and that police are still waiting for forensics to come back from the Gin Gin house Pheobe shared with Wood and Bromley. 'Significant forensic procedures still need to take place,' he said. Pheobe's mother Kylie Johnson was informed that police had found human remains just moments before the discovery was made public. 'I didn't think my heart could break anymore then it did when you went missing, or when the charges were laid, but this! This is ripping me apart,' she said in a post as the news broke.
News.com.au
12-06-2025
- News.com.au
Worker suddenly dies at nation's most remote brewery in Broome
A staff member at the nation's most remote brewery has died at work. Matso's Brewery confirmed one of their team members passed away 'suddenly and tragically' on Tuesday, in a statement shared to social media this week. 'We suddenly and tragically lost one of our Matso's team last night,' the statement read. 'To allow us all to process this and look after each other, Matso's will be closed (on) Wednesday.' Emergency services were called to the brewery about 9.25pm and found a 52-year old man unresponsive. He was rushed to Broome District Hospital, where he was declared dead. 'The death is being treated as non-suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the Coroner,' a police spokesman said. The brewery is located in the Kimberley town of Broome, about 2220 km north of Perth and is a popular destination for tourists visiting the region. The brewery became famous for creating the nation's first alcoholic ginger beer and is well known for its refreshing drinks. It first opened in 1997, with the owners opening a second brewery on the Sunshine Coast two years ago.
