The family of a teenager hit and killed by a car have released a touching video tribute to her.

Mara Nunes, 18, was hit by a silver Vauxhall Astra on the A258 between Walmer and Ringwould at 8.40pm on Saturday.

Relatives have since posted an emotional photo montage of the former Sandwich Technology School pupil, ending with the message, "We will love you forever".

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It was uploaded to Facebook by Sofia Raquel Nunes, who said in Portuguese: "There are no words to describe this feeling. Until one day, princess."

She added: "The most beautiful angel that god chose to be with him. You are going to be remembered for ever and ever. Love you so much."

Students and staff members at Sandwich Technology School have laid flowers at the school’s peace gardens as a tribute to Miss Nunes, who lived in Walmer.

“Mara was sensitive, insightful and caring. She had a flair for English literature and drama and played an active role in all areas of the performing arts” - James McAuley

James McAuley, head of Discovery College at the school, said: “It was with immense sadness that we learned over the weekend of Mara’s passing.

“Mara was sensitive, insightful and caring. She had a flair for English literature and drama and played an active role in all areas of the performing arts including mentoring younger students.”

Among her many performances was a role in the school’s version of The Lord of the Flies in 2011.

She completed Year 11 where she achieved 11 GCSEs before leaving the school in 2014.

Mr McAuley added: “Mara had a sense of mischief and was a dynamic and vibrant young lady, who was well liked by both staff and students. She was supported by a group of very close friends, who have been left devastated by her loss.”

A book of remembrance has also been opened by past and present students, as well as staff members.

Video: Tributes paid to Mara Nunes by Sofia Raquel Nunes

Mr McAuley continued: “The school as a community has come together to support each other at this unimaginably difficult time.

“All of our thoughts and prayers are with Mara’s friends and family at this very sad and tragic time.”

Flowers and cards have also been laid at the side of the road near to where the accident happened.

One of the cards read: “Gone but not forgotten. Mara, you will be dearly missed.”

Others posted their tributes on social media site Facebook. Tara Taylor said: “Heaven has gained a truly lovely girl.”

Polly Hutchinson said: “Thinking of her family, so sad and tragic.”

SECAmb confirmed an ambulance was at the scene and also assigned an air ambulance to assist and police closed the road overnight.

Investigating officer PC Jamie Woodhams, of the serious collision investigation unit, said: “Although we have several witnesses having seen the woman walking towards Dover, I would urge anyone who was travelling this section of road between Dover and Deal, which was about 700m prior to the junction with Ripple Road, to contact us as soon as possible.”

If you have any information, call the unit on 01622 798538, quoting CAD 10-1330.

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