The Bhutanese community in Canberra has come together in grief and solidarity after a four-year-old boy was killed in a sudden and devastating car crash, leaving his young parents heartbroken and facing unimaginable loss.
In a statement, the Association of Bhutanese in Australia’s Capital (ABAC Bhutan) said the tragedy had shattered the lives of the child’s parents, who lost their only son “in one unimaginable moment”.
“Our hearts are shattered by the tragic news from yesterday in Canberra, where a beautiful four-year-old boy lost his precious life,” the statement said.
“Two young parents lost the light of their lives, their laughter, their future, their everything.”
The family, who are living in Australia on temporary resident visas, are mourning far from their extended relatives and are now faced with funeral arrangements and unexpected expenses during what ABAC described as “the most painful time of their lives”.
Leaders within the tight-knit Bhutanese community in Canberra have called for unity and compassion, urging people to support the grieving parents in any way they can.
“As Bhutanese in Canberra, this is a moment for us to come together as one family,” the statement said.
“No words can heal their pain, but our small acts of kindness and collective support can help ease their burden and let them know they are not alone.”
A fundraising appeal has been launched through GoFundMe to help cover funeral and related costs, with organisers stressing that every contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference.
Members of the community have since gathered to pay their respects, as the family said their final goodbyes to the young boy.
“May the innocent soul rest in eternal peace, and may the parents find strength through the love and compassion of our community,” the statement said.
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