Girl who died in crash 'touched everyone's hearts'

Toya Jefferies wearing a grey hoodie and looking at the cameraImage source, Wiltshire Police
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Toya Jefferies was "loved by everyone she met", her family said

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The parents of a 16-year-old girl who died in a car crash have said she was "the most beautiful amazing" daughter.

Toya Jefferies, from Royal Wootton Bassett, in Wiltshire, was a passenger in the car that crashed between Bushton and Hilmarton on 29 August. She died at the scene.

Ms Jefferies' family said: "The only way to describe Toya is a little firecracker who touched everyone’s hearts."

An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving but has since been released under investigation, Wiltshire Police said.

"Toya was the most beautiful, amazing daughter," her family said.

"She was loved by everyone she met and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends."

"With the tragic circumstances we can see how much Toya was loved and how she has brought our community together."

Wiltshire Police have appealed for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage to contact them.

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