A horrific accident has claimed the lives of four university students, sending shockwaves through their university and the wider community.
The young victims—Makyle Bayley, Eva Darold-Tchikaya, Anthony Hibbert, and Daljang Wol—were all killed in a suspected high-speed crash in Colchester on Saturday.
Their untimely deaths were confirmed by the University of Essex, with Vice Chancellor Maria Fasli expressing deep sorrow over the loss of these promising young lives.
A Heartfelt Final Video of Eva Darold-Tchikaya
Among those lost was Eva Darold-Tchikaya, a beloved member of the university’s dance club.
In a touching final post, Eva, who was the vice-president of the dance club, shared a video of herself dancing, expressing her gratitude for an incredible year.
“2024 over and out,” she wrote, reflecting on a year filled with memorable experiences.
Her friends have flooded social media with tributes, remembering her vibrant energy and magnetic personality.
One tribute read, “Rest in eternal peace, Eva. You were loved by everyone who encountered you.
Your energy and unforgettable aura will live on.”
Tributes From Friends and Teammates
The Essex Rebels basketball team, who lost three talented players—Anthony, Daljang, and Makyle—also shared emotional tributes.
“We are heartbroken by the loss of Makyle, Eva, Anthony, and Daljang.
These were young lives filled with hope, promise, talent, and dreams,” the team expressed.
The students were all known for their outstanding contributions to the university’s sports clubs, with Anthony and Daljang being key players on the men’s basketball first team.
The university community has come together in grief, paying respects to these extraordinary young people whose lives were tragically cut short.
The Horrific Crash and Ongoing Investigation
The accident occurred early on Saturday morning at around 4:40 AM.
According to reports, the driver of the car lost control, driving onto the wrong side of the road, mounting the pavement, and crashing into a building.
The impact was so severe that debris and bricks were scattered up to 50 yards down the street.
The police, who arrived on the scene, stated that the crash was so intense they couldn’t immediately identify the make of the car.
Authorities have urged anyone who saw the black Ford Focus in the area or has relevant footage to come forward with information.
The University and Community Mourn Together
The university’s Student Union also released a statement, remembering the four students as “extremely active members” who left a lasting impact on their peers.
Makyle, Eva, Anthony, and Daljang were involved in multiple societies and clubs, touching the hearts of many within the university community.
Their tragic deaths have left a hole in the lives of friends and family, who are struggling to cope with the sudden loss.
Vice Chancellor Maria Fasli spoke on behalf of the university, saying, “Their loss will be felt profoundly by their families, friends, and the entire university community.
We will come together to honor their memory and support one another in this heartbreaking time.”
The university has promised to find ways to celebrate the lives of these four students and keep their light shining brightly within the community.
As the investigation into the cause of the crash continues, those who knew the four victims are left to mourn their loss and remember the incredible potential that was taken from them far too soon.
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