Fundraiser for ‘abandoned child’ launched after woman stabbed to death at Bescot Stadium station

Rhiannon Skye Whyte was seriously injured after being stabbed at the train station on Sunday night.

British Transport Police Officers were called to the scene shortly after 11.25pm ​​following reports of a serious assault.

They found the 27-year-old with stab wounds and took her to hospital, where she died with her family at her side on Wednesday.

Rhiannon’s sister Alexandra Whyte has launched a fundraiser for the “child she left behind” and victims of “abuse and violence”.

The statement about Go to the Fund Me page says: “My name is Alexandra Whyte, sister of the beautiful Rhiannon Skye Whyte, who will now be forever 27 years old.

“…Despite the best efforts of innocent bystanders, police, paramedics, Queen Elizabeth Hospital medical staff and her family, Rhiannon grew wings on October 23 surrounded by people who loved her more than life. same.

“We are raising funds in his memory for the child he left behind who I am raising myself and for victims of abuse and violence.

“Rhiannon was the most selfless person and would give anything for anyone, so in her honor we need to raise funds to support those who have been affected by similar situations and give our five-year-old the best life.

“Thank you for all the love and support we are receiving as a family, now we must grieve together, united as Rhiannon would have wanted.”

The online fundraiser, which was organized on Thursday, had raised £565 of its £5,000 target by Friday morning, and 27 people had donated.

Floral tributes adorn Bescot Stadium station in tribute to Rhiannon, who was described by her family as “a fighter.”

In a statement issued by British Transport Police, her loved ones said: “Dearest daughter, compassionate sister, loving aunt, kind granddaughter, beautiful niece, wonderful cousin and devoted friend.

“The most selfless person, you were brave, quirky, funny and always there for anyone who needed you. There isn’t enough paper in the world to even begin to write a tribute to you, but no one deserves it more.

“The strange thing about this devastating loss is that now we have to live life without you, but how? If your short life will teach you anything, it is to appreciate every moment with your loved ones, since tomorrow is never guaranteed.

“You are so strong, a fighter and no matter what happens, we as a family will always be united by you. “We will love and miss you for now and forever.”

Deng Cholmajek, 18, of no fixed address, has been charged with her murder.

He appeared at Walsall Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday and was remanded in custody to appear at Wolverhampton Crown Court on November 19.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact British Transport Police on 0800 405040 or text 61016 quoting 11 October 21.

Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

to donate to visit the Go Fund Me page.