Hello 'Robin',
"Have been on a high this morning after my first solo but this has taken the wind right out of my sales". (sic)
As sad as this occurrence is - and it is very sad, and unfortunate - it is an aviation event.
Does the same occurrence 'on the road' prevent you from driving?
Continue to enjoy your flying and 'treasure' your First Solo.
Cheers.
R.I.P. to those involved.
As an aside, low wing vs high wing...was the 152 the lower acft I wonder?