16-year-old Abbie Lainton, from Swindon, died in the Dominican Republic on July 30. One eyewitness told The Sun "The front of the boat exploded" after "passengers heard a terrifying pop". Swindon teenager Abbie Lainton died on July 30. (Image: GoFundMe)Tributes to Abbie have been pouring in from across Swindon, as residents remember the cheerleader's "infectious smile." Abbie later went on to join Swindon Lightning Cheerleading club, where she once again excelled and competed all over the world.