Police name girl killed and man missing after Wisbech river crash
Five teenagers were travelling in the car when it crashed
Eden Bunn, 16, was a passenger in a car that crashed into the River Nene near Wisbech(Image: Family handout)
Police have named the girl who was killed and a man who remains missing after a car entered a river near Wisbech. The body of Eden Bunn, 16, from Sutton Bridge, was recovered by police on Wednesday (March 18).
Police are still searching for Declan Berry, 18, from Wisbech. He is believed to have been driving the blue VW Polo when it entered the water.
The crash 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 in the car.
Three teenagers were able to get out of the car and were taken to hospital. A 16-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy have now been discharged from hospital, while another 16-year-old girl remains in hospital.
The families of Eden and Declan have paid tribute 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 said: “We are absolutely devastated beyond words and ask for privacy during this tragic time.”
DI Craig Wheeler, from Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “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 saw what happened, saw the vehicle before 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.