A businesswoman has expressed her profound heartbreak following the tragic death of her 14-year-old daughter, who was found hanged at the family home in Norfolk. Adriana Retyte, a pupil at a private school, died in hospital two days after emergency services were summoned to the detached property valued at £600,000 in Ashwellthorpe, an inquest has heard.
The formal opening of the hearing took place yesterday, with proceedings adjourned until a later date. In an emotional social media post, Adriana's mother, Greta Saggers, 31, who serves as managing director of Anglian Recruitment, wrote: 'It is with broken hearts that we share the loss of our beautiful Adriana.' She added: 'Thank you to everyone for the love, kindness, and support shown to our family during this incredibly difficult time.'
Mrs Saggers also holds a managerial role at her husband Ben's development company, Strand Development Limited. Mr Saggers is a well-known figure at Wymondham Rugby Club, where his firm is a major sponsor. The company also sponsors the under-14s girls' football team Taverham Toucans, where Adriana played.
Adriana was enrolled at Langley School in Loddon, which charges £20,000 per year. The school, established in 1910, counts actor Sir John Mills among its alumni. In a statement, the school said: 'Everyone at Langley School has been profoundly saddened by the loss of Adriana Retyte, a Year 9 pupil at Langley Senior School. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with her family, friends, and all of those impacted by this tragic loss.'
'This is a devastating loss for our whole school community. Adriana was a much-valued and cherished member of the school community, known for her warmth, kindness and positive spirit. She approached her studies with diligence and pride, and was respected by staff and pupils alike for her thoughtful and considerate nature.'
'She also made a significant contribution to wider school life, embracing opportunities in sport, the performing arts and academic work with enthusiasm. Adriana will be remembered with great affection by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed. We have ensured that appropriate pastoral support is available for all members of our community affected by this sad news, and we will continue to support one another in the days and weeks ahead.'
'As a close-knit school community, we respectfully request that the family's privacy is protected as they come to terms with their loss.'
Adriana was found unresponsive at her home just before 10pm on May 8. She received CPR at the scene before being transported to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, where she died on May 10. An online fundraiser has been established in her memory to support the young suicide prevention charity Papyrus.
One donor, Sofiia Katrechko, wrote: 'It is truly heartbreaking for someone so young, with so much life ahead of her, to be taken too soon. I will always cherish the time I spent with Adriana and the fun memories we shared together. She brought so much joy, laughter and light to the people around her and those moments will stay with me forever.'
Assistant coroner Maeve Sykes noted during the hearing that Adriana was born in Drogheda, Ireland, in 2012. A full inquest into the circumstances surrounding her death is scheduled for October 16. For confidential support, individuals can contact Samaritans on 116 123, visit samaritans.org, or access www.thecalmzone.net/get-support.
