A fundraiser to help Luke Smith's family with financial & emotional burden of the repatriation of their sons body from NZ to South Africa,
Wellington
Please Help Support the Family of Luke Smith
We are devastated to announce the tragic loss of Luke Smith, a vibrant young man whose life was brutally and senselessly cut short in the attack on Courtenay Place October 6th 2024. This sudden act of violence, resulting in his death has shattered his family, leaving them in unimaginable grief, heartache, and now facing unexpected financial challenges as they try to navigate this terrible reality.
Luke’s family is now left to bear the weight of not only their immense sorrow at the loss of their only son, but also the overwhelming costs associated with repatriation back to South Africa, funeral arrangements, possible legal proceedings, mental health support, & travel expenses incurred by the senseless killing of their child. No family should have to endure this pain, nor face it alone in a foreign country.
Luke was full of life, hope, and promise—a bright light taken far too soon, a young man who loved to dance. His assault & resultant death on Monday night, in the heart of Wellington’s entertainment district, is an unthinkable tragedy.
Your donation, no matter the size, will directly go to Luke’s family as they cope with the emotional and financial strain of this heartbreaking loss. Thank you for standing with us during this incredibly difficult time. Your generosity means the world to his family, and the wider African community of Wellington, and will help ensure that Luke’s memory is honored with love and dignity.
#JusticeForLuke
There is another page for Luke here: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/support-needed-to-honor-lukes-resting-place
I am community support in Wellington to the family of Luke Smith.
Funeral and burial costs, counseling, mental health support for the family, travel expenses for court hearings, legal costs they may face, travel costs internationally, loss of income due to time off work, transportation & logistics for the body, repatriation to SA
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