Families pay tribute to teenagers after fatal Wisbech crash
Eden Bunn died after the car she was travelling in entered the River Nene at North Brink on Tuesday
Last updated 19th Mar 2026
Families have paid tribute to two teenagers involved in a tragic crash in Wisbech, in which their car entered the River Nene.
Eden Bunn, a 16-year-old from Sutton Bridge, lost her life in the incident on Tuesday, while Declan Berry, an 18-year-old from Wisbech who is believed to have been driving the vehicle, remains missing.
Eden’s family, including her parents Lisa and Dean, brother Jay, sister Shelby, and nephew Axl, said:
“Eden was the kindest, most loving girl we could ever wish for. Her horses – Daisy and Dolly – were her world, and she was ours. Words cannot describe the tragedy that will stay with us until we are able to meet her again.”
Declan’s family and friends expressed their heartbreak, saying:
“We are absolutely devastated beyond words and ask for privacy during this tragic time.”
Three other individuals - two girls aged 16 and an 18-year-old boy - were able to escape the car, and were taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in King’s Lynn with non-life-threatening injuries.
One 16-year-old girl remains in hospital, while the others have been discharged.
Detective Inspector Craig Wheeler from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit commented on the incident:
“This is a truly devastating collision, for all involved. My thoughts are with the friends and family of Eden and Declan during this truly horrific time.
Our investigation is at an early stage, but I would appeal to anyone who may have seen the collision or the blue VW Polo in the Wisbech area between 7pm and 8:20pm on Tuesday to contact police.
Our focus remains on trying to find Declan; however, due to the challenging nature of the river, this could be a timely process. During this period, there will be an increased police presence along the River Nene while we continue our efforts to find him.”
Witnesses to the incident or those who saw the car prior are urged to report their information through the police force website, referencing incident 515 of 17th March.