The family of 16-year-old Zara Shaw, who died alongside two other teenagers when the car they were in drove into the River Wear in Sunderland, have paid tribute to their “beautiful girl”, adding “you had a zest for life and life loved you.”
Family tribute
In a statement released through the family handout, they expressed their grief over the loss of Zara, describing her as a “beautiful girl” with a vibrant outlook on life.
Background
Zara Shaw was one of three teenagers who died after the car they were travelling in entered the River Wear in Sunderland. The incident has prompted an outpouring of sympathy and support from the local community.
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