Tragedy as schoolgirl, 12, dies in ‘horrible accident during game gone wrong’ at home leaving her mum devastated
Date: 2024-10-22
A SCHOOLGIRL has died in a “game gone wrong” at her home – leaving her mum devastated.
Honey French, 12, was tragically found dead in her Pembrokeshire home on Saturday morning following a “horrible accident”.
Honey French died in a ‘game gone wrong’ on Saturday at her home[/caption]
Cops were called to the address in Milford Haven where Honey passed away shortly after.
The force has ruled out foul play and is not treating her death as suspicious.
It is not yet known how Honey died – with a report being prepared for the coroner.
Her mum Jessica said her death was the result of a “horrible accident” at the family home.
She said: “This was a horrible accident, a game gone wrong.
“Our hearts are shattered; she was the most loved little girl of all.â€
Hundreds have paid tribute to the young girl and sent condolences to her parents and her big brother.
Stacey-Leigh Keeble wrote in tribute: “Honey [bee] one of my daughters bestest friend, absolutely heartbroken about the news, you’ve left to soon.”
She said her daughter was “heartbroken”, adding: “Hope you’re dancing up there beautiful.”
A Milford Haven Facebook group also paid tribute, saying: “Our town is in mourning for a young lady loved by so many, please light a candle for the French family and keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
“May Honeys light continue to shine bright.”
Replying to the tributes online, Jessica said: “Thank you for all your kind messages. All these photos show me how many other people love her too.â€
Dyfed-Powys Police officers have made themselves available to support pupils at Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi following the tragic death.
In a statement, a spokesperson said: “Our thoughts are with her family at this time, and support has been offered from specialist officers.
“The death is not being treated as suspicious.
“Children affected by this incident can find help and support from Childline by calling 0800 1111.â€
An inquest is due to be opened by the Pembrokeshire coroner where the cause of death will be given.