Ella, our cherished 12-year-old niece and cousin, passed away abruptly. Particularly for our sister Julie, who lost her only kid, her best friend, and the love of her life, we are heartbroken and numb. Twelve-year-old Ella was intelligent, eccentric, and faced unfathomable obstacles.
Her happiness was fleeting as she began the year with an academic scholarship to a prominent Brisbane girls’ school. She fell victim to a vicious catfishing plot after just one term, which was planned by girls who took advantage of her weakness. They posted her private images on social media, which resulted in bullying, social exclusion, and the beginning of a challenging journey toward mental health as she tried to blend in.
To answer your question, we are indeed angry. We are definitely sad if you ask. If you’re wondering whether the system failed her, the answer is yes. The history of our family has been permanently altered by this tragic truth. Despite our best attempts to keep our kids safe, social media and online presence may become an alluring lifeline, particularly when they feel alone.
Sadly, Ella killed herself on October 27th because she believed she was the issue. As a testament to her kind nature, Ella was able to give others the gift of life by donating her organs through Donate Life as her last act of charity. Click Here For Ella Crawford GoFundMe
