A family in New Hampshire is grieving the loss of 13-year-old Josiah Michael Dwinell, who died shortly after his birthday. His relatives say the tragedy followed repeated concerns about bullying that were not taken seriously.
Josiah had just turned 13 on March 4, and eight days later, he passed away. According to family members, they had raised alarms multiple times about bullying he experienced at school and on the bus, as well as his worsening mental health.
His aunt, Shaena Stebbins, shared that Josiah had been living with his grandmother after his biological mother died more than five years ago. She said that despite efforts to get him help, their concerns were often dismissed, with others suggesting he was only seeking attention.
Stebbins described how Josiah struggled with ongoing bullying and ultimately felt unable to cope. She later started a GoFundMe campaign to help the family manage medical and funeral expenses.
In her message, she remembered Josiah as a kind and joyful young person who meant a great deal to those around him. His loss has left the family heartbroken as they try to come to terms with what happened.
The article also emphasizes the importance of taking mental health concerns seriously and encouraging people to seek help when they or someone they know is struggling.