First picture of ‘beautiful’ girl, 15, who died after being hit by bus
The family of Sophie Jain Fletcher have paid tribute to their 'beautiful young girl' after she was struck by a bus and killed on Saturday.
A teenage girl who tragically died after being struck by a bus in Birmingham has been named as Sophie Jain Fletcher as her heartbroken family pay tribute to their ‘precious daughter’.
Sophie was in Sheaf Lane, Sheldon at around 3pm on March 18 when she was struck by a bus.
Emergency services raced to the scene and Sophie was rushed to hospital, where she was confirmed dead a short time later.
West Midlands Police said the driver was helping them with their inquiries.
In a tribute, Sophie’s family said: ‘It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that on Saturday 18th March 2023, our precious daughter Sophie Jain Fletcher was taken from us.
‘She was a beautiful young girl with an amazing personality and presence to match.
‘She will be so greatly missed by all her family, friends whether in or outside of school.
‘Mommy will always hold your hand and you will always be daddy’s little princess.
‘Fly high our beautiful Sophie Soph. We will love you, forever & always Mommy & Daddy xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx.
Sophie was a student at Euphoria Dance and teacher Catriona O’Brien paid tribute to the youngster.
She wrote: ‘Sophie was such a joy to teach, always so happy and eager to please, always tried her best and was just the most loving little person.
‘RIP beautiful girl, we will never forget you.’
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