The people of Dublin are very sad after 17-year-old Claudia Phan died in a car crash. The crash happened Sunday evening on Hyland Croy Road. Four other people were hurt. Neighbors, classmates, and families are heartbroken.
Claudia was driving north. Her car crossed the centerline and hit an SUV coming the other way. The crash pushed both cars off the road. First responders tried to help, but Claudia died at the scene. Friends say she had a bright laugh that made even quiet days happier.
The SUV’s driver, Jason Lyle, was badly hurt. His wife and two children had lighter injuries. The crash shocked the community, especially students who knew Claudia. They say she was kind and always shared jokes to make people smile.
People have left flowers and notes by the road where the crash happened. Many notes say, “We love you, Claudia” and “Thank you for being you.” Her loved ones want people to remember her joy, gentle nature, and warmth.
The police are still looking into what caused the crash. The community keeps Claudia’s memory alive.
