The families of Star Tomkins, 17, Jimmy Savory, 17, and Harley Woods, 18, who were all pronounced dead at the scene of the crash in Feltham, west London, have paid shared emotional tributes

Undated family handout photo issued by the Metropolitan Police of Star Tomkins. Star, 17, has been named as one of three teenagers who died during a collision between a bus and a car in west London. The car is believed to have hit the bus on a narrow railway bridge on Bedfont Road close to Feltham Young Offenders Institution at just before midnight. Issue date: Thursday April 10, 2025.
Star Tomkins’ family described her as having ‘a heart of gold’ (Image: Copyright remains with handout provider)

The families of the three teenagers who were tragically killed in a car and bus collision have shared their immense grief.

The tragic incident happened in the late hours of March 31 when a car is believed to have collided with a bus on the narrow railway bridge on Bedfont Road, Feltham. Police arrived to find both vehicles ablaze, according to reports. Emergency services from the London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service rushed tot he scene and firefighters managed to extinguish the blaze by 1.41am on Tuesday.

The Metropolitan Police have identified the car’s passengers, who sadly died at the scene, as Star Tomkins, 17, Jimmy Savory, 17, and Harley Woods, 18, this Thursday. Their families have separately spoken about the tragic loss of their loved ones since the horror crash.

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Police vehicles at the scene of the accident(Image: PA Wire/PA Images)

In a statement released via police Harley Woods’ relatives said: “We as a family are completely devastated by the loss of Harley. We ask if we can be left in peace to grieve and find a way through this.”

Jimmy’s devastated mum Lisa Allen described him as “our darling boy” in a Facebook post. She added “all who knew and loved him will be welcome” at his funeral later this month.

On a Go Fund Me page, which has amassed upwards of £10,000 for funeral expenses, a heartfelt tribute described Star Tomkins as a “beloved daughter, sister granddaughter, niece and best friend”. A statement on the page read: “It is with very heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Star Tomkins, who passed away on the 1st of April 2025. She was beloved daughter, sister granddaughter, niece and best friend. She had a heart of gold and be deeply missed by many.

“We are now faced with unexpected expenses and funeral arrangements. We are asking for donations to help cover the costs of the funeral and memorial service, so we can give Star a send off she deserves and celebrate her life which was cut so short. Any amount you can contribute will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support for this very difficult time.”

An individual donation was accompanied by words praising her as an “amazing friend”.

A fourth passenger in the car, was hospitalised following the incident, per police statements, but no update has been issued on their condition.

Onboard the H26 bus service, heading towards Hatton Cross, two individuals were also rushed to hospital. Thankfully, their injuries are not considered life-threatening, the police confirmed. Additional passengers received on-site medical attention from paramedics.

An inquest for the three teenagers has been opened and adjourned on April 8 at West London Coroner’s Court.

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