UK · 10 August 2026

British schoolgirl, 16, dies in 'terrible accident' on Caribbean holiday

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Abbie Lainton, from Swindon, died on July 30 in the Dominican Republic, with her sister Carley and brother Bradley also badly hurt. The 16-year-old was enjoying a family holiday, having just completed her GCSE examinations, when the incident occurred. Reports suggest the accident involved a boat explosion off the coast of Bayahíbe, a popular tourist spot.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 August 2026 at 13:40

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