Honey French was found dead in her house in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, on Saturday after what her devastated mother Jessica described as a “horrible accident”
A 12-year-old girl who died in “a game gone wrong” at her family home has been described as a “loved and cherished” youngster.
Honey French was found dead in her house in Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, on Saturday but police have ruled out foul play. Tributes have poured in for the child, including one from her school.
Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi remembered Honey’s creativity and humour in the pougnant reflection. In a joint statement with Pembrokeshire County Council, the school said: “It is with great sadness that we announce that one of our pupils passed away unexpectedly at the weekend.
“Honey French was much loved and cherished by all who knew her, and was a valued member of our school community here at Ysgol Penrhyn Dewi VA.
“She was a keen performer and writer who gave generously of her humour, time and talents to support our school family and wider community – and she will be very much missed. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this sad time. We now ask people to be mindful of the family’s need to grieve in private.”
Honey’s grief-stricken mother Jessica said “a horrible accident” happened at their home in southwest Wales on the weekend. Exact details of Honey’s death have not been revealed but an inquest will be opened at a later date. Mum-of-two Jessica had said: “This was a horrible accident, a game gone wrong. Our hearts are shattered; she was the most loved little girl of all.”
Hundreds of people paid tribute to “the most loved” little girl on social media, and sent their condolences to her parents Jessica and Alan French, and her older brother. One mum 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.”
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.”
