Elianne Andam’s Parents Vow to Fight Against Violence That Took Her
The parents of Elianne Andam are determined to combat violence after their daughter’s tragic murder
Elianne Andam, Croydon, Hassan Sentamu, Violence, Murder
Croydon: The parents of Elianne Andam, a schoolgirl who was murdered, are standing strong. They’re committed to fighting against the violence that took their daughter away. Just recently, an 18-year-old named Hassan Sentamu was found guilty of her murder after a trial at the Old Bailey.
Elianne, only 15, was stabbed near the Whitgift Centre during a meeting to exchange items with his ex-girlfriend, who was also a friend of Elianne. The defense claimed that Sentamu’s autism affected his ability to control his emotions when Elianne took a bag from him that had love letters inside.
The prosecution argued that he acted out of a sudden rage after feeling humiliated by a group of girls the day before. He had picked up a kitchen knife at home, which he had no lawful reason to carry.
Elianne’s parents, Dorcas and Michael, expressed their heartbreak after the trial. They said their lives were shattered by the violent loss of their daughter, who had so much ahead of her. They emphasized that while the guilty verdict doesn’t bring Elianne back, it sends a strong message against violence towards young women.
They shared that they want to honor Elianne’s memory, remembering her as a bright and loving person. They are thankful for the support from family, friends, and the community during this tough time.
As they start to heal, they see this verdict as a step towards change. They’re determined to keep fighting against the violence that took Elianne from them, hoping to create a world where no family has to go through such pain.
In closing, they expressed gratitude for the solidarity they’ve received and said that Elianne’s legacy will always live on in their hearts.