A 25-year-old athlete has died after a tragic crash.
News recently broke down of the passing of Jemma Stapleton, with a GoFundMe noted that she “tragically lost her life in an accident while overseas with her family.” Now the police have published the preliminary details of what happened.
Stapleton, a runner who was recently a finalist in Australia’s famous Stawell Gift foot race, died on June 10 while visiting Koh Samui, Thailand. Per police statements to ThaiExaminer.comwas riding a motorcycle on a curved highway in rainy conditions when she apparently lost control of the vehicle.
Two cars were also involved in the crash, but authorities did not release more specific details about how the crash unfolded.
Loved ones have organized a fundraiser for Stapleton’s family in the wake of his passing. The public has raised more than $103,440 AUD for the cause.
Numerous athletics organizations have issued statements about the beloved runner’s passing, including the Victorian Athletic League. VAL has even gone so far as to cover grief counseling for Stapleton’s peers in this trying time.
“Jemma, was a valued member of our community whose presence, character and contribution left a lasting impact on those around her,” the VAL statement read in part. “On behalf of everyone at the Victorian Athletic League, we send our deepest condolences to her family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time. Rest in peace, Jemma.”
