A student has died in a freak accident after falling out of a window whilst on a hiking trail.
Tributes have poured in for Dayanara Nicole Urbina Ruiz who sadly lost her life after sustaining multiple blunt force injuries.
The 21-year-old’s death was ruled accidental after she fell from an open window.
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The shocking incident happened on 30 July, as reported by Need To Know.
The UCLA student fell from a building window located on the popular Burke-Gilman Trail, King County, Washington.
The King County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the details of her death to the California Post.
At the time of her death the ‘bright light’ was a communications major at the prestigious university in Los Angeles, California.
Ruiz was working a summer marketing intern job at Amazon Web Services in Seattle before she died.
The 21-year-old was the co-president of UCLA’s first fashion club and a beloved member of the Phi Lambda Rho sorority.
The Urbina and Ruiz family have now set up a GoFundMe page to pay for the student’s send off.
The fundraiser has a goal of $24,000 (£17,865) and has already racked up $21,000 (£15,632) in just three days.
Ruiz’ sorority has paid a loving tribute to the deceased student.
A spokesperson for the Phi Lambda Rho sorority said: “Omega Chapter gained a new angel.
“It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved sister, Dayanara Nicole Urbina Ruiz.
“Dayanara was a bright light, a gentle soul, and someone whose kindness touched everyone around her.
“She was always there for those in need, offering support, hope, and compassion without hesitation.
“Her memory will forever remain a part of our sisterhood, and her impact will continue to live on through the lives she touched.
“On behalf of Phi Lambda Rho Sorority, Inc., we extend our deepest condolences to Dayanara’s family, friends, and our UCLA Chapter.
“We are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.”
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