Tragic deaths of 17 year old Adnan and 11 year old Asad 
This evening I met with two sets of grieving parents. 17year old Adnan Shafique died yesterday in a road Traffic accident. The driver has since been arrested and being investigated for causing death by dangerous driving.
This evening 11 year old Asad took his own life. Asad had just started his new school recently and bullying is something that has been mentioned.
...Whilst many questions are being raised, and rightfully so, by both tragedies, and investigations are on going, one thing I know for sure is that both of these deaths shouldn't have happened.
The pain etched in the faces of both sets of parents this evening is something no one should have to experience.
I felt compelled to share this tonight as my heart bleeds for the families.
I believe we as members of our communities have the solutions to the issues we face within our communities.
Whilst my prayers and thoughts remain with the families, could I ask you all to be kind enough and talk to at least one friend/young person about these tragedies to raise awareness about dangerous driving and bullying.
Below is a number for child line. For any one who is experiencing bullying or needs to talk please call them or the Samaritans.
Samaritans Free Phone 116 123
http://www.samaritans.org/…/samaritans-free-call-helpline-n…
Child Line 0800 11 11
Please do share amongst your networks.
Naz Shah
