Tragic Loss of Rhiannon Skye Whyte Highlights Urgent Need for Knife Crime Prevention in the UK
Rhiannon Skye Whyte, a 27-year-old mother, tragically lost her life after a brutal attack on 20th October 2024 at a railway station following her shift at work. It was reported she was stabbed in the neck with a screwdriver and, despite being placed on life support, sadly passed away three days later with her family by her side. Rhiannon's family paid tribute, calling her a "selfless person" who was "always there for anyone who needed it."
An 18-year-old suspect, Deng Chol Majeck, was arrested shortly after the late-night attack on Rhiannon and has since been charged with her murder. He is set to appear at Wolverhampton Crown Court on November 19. Reports indicate the suspect arrived in the UK as an asylum seeker in July after crossing the Channel in a small boat, with no documents and applied for asylum, being housed at the Park Inn by Radisson Hotel, close to Walsall FC's stadium in Bescot, West Midlands, where Rhiannon worked.
It is understood a petty row over a packet of biscuits is said to have taken place at the hotel earlier. Rhiannon had just finished her shift at 11 p.m. and was headed to catch a train home at Bescot Stadium train station when she was brutally attacked. She was discovered by a passerby, unconscious and severely injured and taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Despite the heroic efforts by all who tried to save her, Rhiannon tragically succumbed to her injuries on Wednesday 23rd October at hospital surrounded by her loved ones.
Her family shared a heartfelt message, saying, "There is not enough paper in the world to even begin to write a tribute for you. We will love and miss you forever." Floral tributes now adorn the fence near the station, honouring her memory, including a plaque which you can see on my youtube video.
To support Rhiannon's young son, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched by Rhiannon's sister, Alexandra. The funds will support her five-year-old son and, if possible, contribute to charities assisting victims of abuse and violence - causes Rhiannon's sister said she would have wholeheartedly championed. You can contribute to the fundraiser here:
GoFundMe - Rhiannon Skye Whyte
In light of yet another unecessary tragedy, this further highlights the urgent call for a Dedicated Minister for Knife Crime Prevention in the UK. The epidemic of violent attacks is ever increasing and costing innocent lives and leaving an unimaginable impact on families and communities. This crisis demands immediate, focused action to prevent more lives from being senselessly taken.
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