Heartbroken family of 15-year-old girl hit and killed by a $300k Lamborghini are dealt another cruel blow thanks to the coronavirus pandemic
- Sophia Naismith, 15, was tragically killed when a Lamborghini ran onto footpath
- Her parents have been told court case is delayed because of coronavirus
- Alexander Campbell, 37, is charged with causing death by dangerous driving
- Detectives are seeking information from Lamborghini manufacturers in Italy
The family of a 15-year-old girl who died when she was hit by a Lamborghini have been dealt another cruel blow, with the coronavirus pandemic delaying her accused killer's trial.
Major crash investigators from Australia have approached the luxury car brand's Italian factory as part of their case against Alexander Campbell.
Campbell, 37, is accused of killing Sophia Naismith as she was walking with her friend in the Adelaide suburb of Glengowrie when his $330,000 car ran onto the footpath at about 10pm on June 22, 2019.
Sophia Naismith (pictured centre with her family) was tragically died after a Lamborghini ran onto the footpath in Adelaide in 2019
The 15-year-old was a promising sportsperson and had wanted to study physiotherapy at university
The girl's heartbroken family have been told they will have to wait until July before the case will proceed in court because the Lamborghini factory has shut down amid COVID-19 restrictions.
The Adelaide Magistrate's Court was told on Thursday information from the car manufacturer is integral to the case, according to 7News.
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Campbell is charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing harm by dangerous driving and aggravated driving without due care.
His defence lawyer has previously described the crash as a 'terrible, terrible accident.'
'He's extremely sorry and remorseful for what has occurred and he's indicated that he's not guilty of the charge and intends to fight it,' lawyer Craig Caldicott said.
'There's no suggestion of alcohol, there's no suggestion of drugs, there's no suggestion of anything other than there was an accident.'
Alexander Campbell is accused of killing the girl when his Lamborghini with the number plate 'PSYKO' ran onto the footpath
Campbell (left) has said through his defence lawyer that the crash was a 'terrible, terrible accident'
Sophia's parents Luke Naismith and Pia Vogrin have since set up a foundation in her name as they vow to keep her memory alive.
Her mother said the young volleyball star was the 'centre of her universe'.
'It's really terrible. It's had a catastrophic impact. It's unimaginable. There are no words for it. There isn't actually a word for it. It's too sad to even process,' she said.
Sophia had just started working at McDonald's, played a number of sports and was hoping to study physiotherapy at University.
Her family have started the Sophia Naismith Foundation to help young sportspeople achieve their dreams by awarding scholarships.
'Nothing prepares you for times like this. Sophia was the centre of our universe. Our cherished first born. Best friend to her sisters. Adored by her grandparents. Admired by her Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Good friend to many. Loved by all,' Ms Vogrin wrote on the fundraising page.
'She was an accomplished state volleyballer, gymnast, soccer player and a popular and gifted student. Our lives will never be the same again.'
Sophia's mother has said the 15-year-old was the 'centre of her universe'
