The bodies of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter, Hannah Lynch, have been tragically recovered from the wreckage of the Bayesian superyacht, which sank off the coast of Sicily earlier this week. The discovery has left a community in mourning, particularly at the prestigious Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith, west London, where Hannah was a highly-regarded student.
School Community in Shock
According to DailyMail, Hannah Lynch, who had recently completed her A-Levels and secured a place at Oxford University to study English, was well-known for her academic achievements. The Latymer Upper School community has been left devastated ever since she was reported missing. A spokesperson for the school expressed their profound grief, stating, “We are all incredibly shocked by the news that Hannah and her father are among those missing in this tragic incident. Our thoughts are with their family and everyone involved as we await further updates.”
Hannah was remembered as a bright and gifted student who received numerous accolades at the school. Among her many achievements, she received awards for outstanding academic performance and the prestigious William C. Smith Award for poetry. “Hannah was an exceptional student, full of promise and passion for her studies,” the spokesperson added. Her loss is a tremendous blow to everyone who knew her.”
A Tragic End to a Promising Future
The luxury superyacht Bayesian, anchored off the coast of Porticello near Palermo, was struck by a sudden and violent waterspout early Monday morning. The storm’s force was so intense that the 56-metre yacht capsized and sank within minutes, leaving those on board struggling in the dark, stormy waters. While 15 people were rescued, six, including Hannah and her father, remained missing.
Hannah’s mother, Angela Bacares, who was also on board, managed to survive the disaster but is now confined to a wheelchair due to her injuries. The tragedy has cast a shadow over what was intended to be a celebratory trip as the family and friends of Mike Lynch gathered to mark his recent legal victory in the United States.
Friends and Family Shaken Awaiting News
The DailyMail went on to report that Hannah’s school friends have been anxiously awaiting news since the incident occurred, hoping against hope for her safe return. As the search continued, the mood among her peers turned increasingly sombre. “We’re all just devastated,” said one of Hannah’s classmates, who asked not to be named. “Hannah was the kind of person who lit up the room. It’s hard to believe she’s really gone.”
The Latymer Upper School has been offering support to students affected by the tragedy. “We’re doing everything we can to support our students during this incredibly difficult time,” the school’s spokesperson said. “Hannah was a beloved member of our community, and her loss will be felt deeply by all of us.”
