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A touching floral tribute continues to grow in memory of Becker, who tragically lost his life at the scene. The heartfelt display reflects the deep impact of his loss on the community.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan was visibly emotional as she contributed to the memorial, having just met privately with Becker’s grieving family. Her poignant visit underscored the sense of loss felt by many who knew him.
“It was important for me to take the time to listen and convey my deepest sympathy for someone who was such a strong young man,” Allan expressed, struggling to hold back tears. “Knowing he was simply trying to do the right thing makes this tragedy even more devastating for his family and loved ones.”
Among the flowers was a touching note from the teenage boy whose life Becker heroically saved, a testament to Becker’s bravery and selflessness.
Alongside a large bouquet from the state government, lay a heartfelt message from the teenage boy whose life Becker saved.
“To family of Aidan Becker. Thanks for saving my life,” a sealed red envelope attached to a big bunch of flowers read.
The family of the boy, who has not been identified, expressed their sorrow at his tragic death in a statement released today.
”We are deeply saddened by this heartbreaking loss,” they said.
“He showed extraordinary courage and compassion in risking his life to save our son.”
“We hold your family in our thoughts and prayers.”
The Becker family also expressed their gratitude to the public through a family friend.
“The outpouring of support from the public has been deeply appreciated, and the family are grateful for the kindness and compassion shown during this time,” Chris Katelaris said.
All four teenagers alleged to be involved in Becker’s stabbing have now been charged with murder and armed robbery.
Emad, a co-worker and friend of Aidan Becker’s mother, Natalie, recalled the moment she called him to reveal what happened to her son.
Emad said he was watching the football when he received a call he admitted “traumatised” him.
“When I rang her and then I saw her, you just visualise, ‘what would you do in this situation?’
“This wasn’t a gang versus gang attack. This is a beautiful boy who went to the aid to try to save a 14-year-old boy.”
Emad urged the government to act.
“There’s an opportunity now to lead by example and not just use it as a slogan,” he said.
“What people want is for tragedies like this to lead to conversations… I’m not sure what the policy will become, but I just think whatever we’re doing at the moment isn’t working.”
The Victorian government is attempting to crack down on crime, including by giving harsher sentences to children who commit violent crimes in an initiative called “Adult Crime, Adult Time”.
An information stall has also been set up at Mernda Station by the government’s Violence Reduction Unit to provide support and contacts to the community.
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