Police named Woman who died after stabbing in Walsall

According to her family, the 27-year-old who was stabbed over the weekend and died on Wednesday was “brave, quirky, and funny.”

Described as “brave, quirky, and funny” in a family tribute, Rhiannon Skye Whyte was the name of a lady who died after being stabbed at a Walsall train station.

Whyte, 27, passed away on Wednesday from her wounds after being stabbed on Sunday at the Bescot Stadium train station, which is close to Walsall Football Club’s home field.

Following the incident, Deng Cholmajek, 18, was charged with attempted murder; however, police stated that they will file an application to have the charge changed in light of Whyte’s passing. He was placed under remand in custody and is scheduled to make his next appearance on November 19 at Wolverhampton Crown Court.

 

Police were called to the station just after 11.25pm on Sunday to reports of a serious assault and found Whyte with serious injuries. She was taken to hospital where she died with her family by her side on Wednesday.

Her family described her as “the most loved daughter, compassionate sister, loving aunty, gracious granddaughter, beautiful niece, wonderful cousin and devoted friend”.

“The most selfless person, you were brave, quirky, funny, and always there for anyone who needed it. There is not enough paper in the world to even begin to write a tribute for you, but no one deserves it more,” they said.

“The weird thing about this devastating loss is that we now need to navigate life without you, but how? If your short life will teach anything it’s to cherish each moment with those you love as tomorrow is never guaranteed.

“You are so strong, a fighter and no matter what happens, we as a family will always be united for you. We will love and miss you for now for always and for ever.”

The force was not looking for anyone else in connection with the stabbing, according to DCI Paul Attwell, the lead investigating officer, who described it as an isolated incident. If you have any information, please call British Transport Police at 0800 405040 or text 61016 with the number 11 of October 21.