The parents of a Sydney teenager who was fatally stabbed in a park on Monday have released a statement honouring the "loyal young man".
On Monday, 17-year-old Lucas Cornu was stabbed in the leg at Bruce Purser Reserve on Caballo Street, on the border of Rouse Hill and Beaumont Hills.
Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the boy died at the scene due to his injuries.
Today, the parents of Lucas issued a statement honouring the 17-year-old's legacy.
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There are no words to express the pain our family is going through. No parent should ever have to bury their child.
We want Lucas to be remembered as a social, fun, loving, sporty and loyal young man. His radiant smile could light up any room. Sport was a big part of his life in particular soccer and tennis, and we are so grateful he had the chance to celebrate this year a championship victory with his teammates from the Quakers Hill Tigers soccer club.
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The vigil on 26 November showed us just how much Lucas was loved and how many lives he touched. Thank you to everyone young and parents who came to pay their respects and honour his memory.
The response from the community, friends, and colleagues has been overwhelming. Your support, generosity, and compassion have carried us through these difficult days, and we are deeply grateful.
We would also like to acknowledge:
• Lucas' friend, who was with him during the attack and made the hardest phone call of his young life. Such bravery deserves recognition.
• The ladies who rushed to Lucas' aid without hesitation and stayed with him until paramedics arrived.
• The paramedics, who did everything possible to save Lucas' life.
• The police force, who have supported our family from day one and continue working tirelessly to bring justice for Lucas.
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Violence is never the answer. We hope that Lucas' death will not be in vain and that young people will come together, support each other, and speak up.
This has understandably been a traumatic and emotional time for our family. While the court's process is underway, our family requests privacy at this time and will not be conducting media interviews.
Forever in our hearts, our beautiful Lucas. Your light will continue to shine through the love and memories you've left behind.
Lucas' legacy reminds us to support one another, speak up, and choose peace over violence.
LLL
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder and will spend Christmas behind bars following the alleged attack.
Police said the 15-year-old boy presented himself to a police station with his parents.
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