Cheryl Sassela, the woman behind the wheel during a car crash with Virginia Giuffre, has spoken out following the incident that has garnered significant attention. Giuffre, a woman known for accusing Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew of sexual abuse, made a public claim that she had only “days to live” after suffering injuries from the crash. However, the details surrounding the accident seem to have been misunderstood, as Cheryl shares her version of the event.
The Crash and Virginia Giuffre’s Health Update
On March 30, 2025, Virginia Giuffre posted an emotional message on Instagram, revealing she had been in a car crash while riding with Cheryl Sassela in Perth. In her post, she mentioned being given “four days to live” due to kidney renal failure, which she claimed was caused by the crash. Giuffre wrote, “I’m ready to go, just not until I see my babies one last time. My heart is shattered and every day that passes my sadness only deepens.”
The 41-year-old’s family confirmed that while she was badly injured, she was still in “serious condition.” It was noted that Virginia thought she was posting this update on her private Facebook account, not publicly on Instagram. This led to some confusion about her condition, and her family later clarified that she was still alive, though seriously hurt.
Contradicting Accounts of the Crash
However, the details of the crash differ from Virginia’s account. The Western Australia Police Force described the incident as a “minor crash” between a car and a school bus. The bus driver, Ross Muss, also downplayed the severity, stating that it “wasn’t a major crash” and that the situation had been blown out of proportion.
Muss recalled trying to overtake a slow-moving car when it unexpectedly turned right in front of him. He claimed the car’s driver did not signal her turn, which caused him to clip the vehicle. Despite the minor collision, Muss ensured that both parties were fine, even offering to check on the elderly driver, Cheryl Sassela, who reassured him that she was okay.
Although Muss did not initially see Virginia in the car, a police report later confirmed she had been a passenger during the crash.
Cheryl Sassela’s Response
Cheryl Sassela, who works as a caretaker for Virginia’s $1.3 million hobby farm, addressed the misunderstandings surrounding the incident. She emphasized that the crash resulted in only a broken taillight on her vehicle and that the situation had been misrepresented. Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, she clarified, “I’m not covering for her. I’m not implicated in a cover-up.”
Sassela further mentioned that she believed Virginia would release a statement soon to clear up any confusion. While there were disagreements about the severity of the crash, Cheryl defended her actions, stating that the crash was minor and that the situation had been exaggerated.
What Virginia Giuffre Said About the Incident
In her Instagram post, Virginia Giuffre explained that the crash occurred when the bus driver was attempting to overtake her car, which had slowed down for a turn. She remarked on how the car, despite being sturdy, felt like “a tin can” when the bus collided with it. This emotional post suggested that Virginia felt the crash was more serious than it appeared, as she claimed that the crash might have been fatal due to the speed at which the bus was traveling.
Despite the differing accounts of the crash, both parties involved agreed that the situation could have been much worse. While the bus driver was focused on ensuring the children were safe, Cheryl Sassela was left to deal with the aftermath, including the public misinterpretation of the events.
Virginia took to Instagram to say she had been given ‘days to live’ (Instagram/ @virginiarobertsrising11)
Clarification and the Path Forward
While Cheryl Sassela’s account of the incident contrasts with the dramatic story Virginia posted, it is clear that the situation was far from a simple misunderstanding. Virginia’s emotional post about her “days to live” was clearly intended to capture the gravity of the situation, but the facts of the crash suggest a less tragic event.
It is important to note that the crash was not as serious as Virginia’s post initially implied. The police report and bus driver’s statements both suggested that there was no major harm from the accident. Virginia’s health situation is still being monitored, but the incident has sparked widespread media coverage and confusion.
As Cheryl Sassela emphasized, she was not trying to cover up the incident, and she hopes that Virginia will soon clarify her statement. The situation serves as a reminder of how quickly things can get out of hand in the age of social media, where emotions and narratives can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.
In the meantime, both Virginia’s supporters and critics are waiting for more information to surface, as this story continues to evolve. For now, Cheryl Sassela is left to manage the fallout from a car crash that has stirred far more controversy than anticipated.
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