THE FAMILY of a 16-year-old girl who died following a road traffic collision southwest of Bushton on Thursday evening (29/08) have paid tribute to her.

Toya Jefferies from Royal Wootton Bassett was the passenger of a vehicle that crashed on an unnamed rural road between Bushton and Hilmarton.

Toya's family said: "Toya was the most beautiful, amazing daughter.

"She was tragically taken from us and her family on August 29. 

"The only way to describe Toya is a little firecracker who touched everyone’s hearts.

"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."

The family would like to ask for privacy at this devastating time for them