The family of a young woman, killed after a Jeep stunt went wrong on Saturday, are speaking out after the tragic incident, saying they are devastated but thankful for all the support they have received.
“We’re heartbroken at the loss of our beautiful daughter. We thank everyone for the outpouring of love we received,” a statement issued by John and Mira Green said.
Melinda Green, 20, was attending the Jeep Go Topless event when one of the vehicles hit her following a stunt.
According to several Facebook posts, Green was engaged to Cory Bekkers.
The couple had entered a contest to help pay for the cost of the ceremony, which was planned for the Citadel on May 24, 2014.
The driver of the vehicle took to social media to express his regret.
“I have never been so terrified in my life and I am soooooooooo sorry, I know there will be a ton of hatred and speculation regarding what happened, and I accept that,” Craig Supernault wrote.
"I am in absolute emotional hell right now over this accident,” he added.
“The only thing I can say from an incidental standpoint, is that that jeep should NOT have moved........period all the brakes were engaged and the clutch was at the floor. It SHOULD NOT HAVE MOVED!!!!”
Many turned out to a candlelight vigil in honour of Green held Saturday evening.
Some were still dropping flowers by Sunday and trying to work through the emotions of the tragedy.
“My heart goes out for this woman and I had to put my flowers out of respect for her,” Daniel Darchen explained.
Sarina St. Germaine is a member of Alberta JK and said Jeep owners maintain a tight community.
“We just want everyone to know that we are very safe in what we do this was not anything that anyone could have foreseen.
“Every precaution was taken this event was planned to the last detail no one ever intended anyone to get hurt.
