A 13-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a buggy accident during a family gathering has been identified as Charlee Neveen. The incident, which also claimed the life of a 47-year-old man, occurred when their off-road buggy overturned on a property in Tubbut, north-east Victoria, late Saturday night, just before 11 p.m.
Charlee’s father, another 47-year-old man, sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene, while a 12-year-old boy was transported to Bega Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The buggy, typically used for farm work, overturned during what was meant to be a joyful family event.
Tributes
After the heartbreaking tragedy, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support Charlee Neven’s family.
The page reads, “It is more than we can comprehend at the moment. She was the light and the sunshine in our family and to her friends and community. She brought joy and love as she sped through every adventure she could find.”
Social media has been filled with emotional tributes and messages of support for Charlee and her family. One post read, “Rest easy, I love you so much, my beautiful girl.” The outpouring of love highlights Charlee’s deep impact on those who knew her.
Tributes have continued to pour in for Charlee Neven, following the tragic accident. Messages on social media reflect the deep sorrow felt by those who knew her. “You’ll forever be missed by many,” one person wrote, while another added, “Rest in peace, you beautiful soul.”
Friends and family shared their grief, with one message reading, “It feels so unreal that you’re gone… You were such an amazing and smart girl that always made people feel happy to be around you.” Charlee had recently played in the grand final of the U17 girls Bairnsdale and District Amateur Basketball Association, making her loss even more poignant for the community.
The accident occurred during a family gathering at a rural property in Tubbut, Victoria. The Herald Sun reported that the owners of the property, who are not local residents, had traveled from another town along the NSW border to host the event.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
