Community rallies to support families amid tragedy and crime
Friends of a young family from the Philippines tragically killed in a recent car crash in County Antrim have initiated a fundraising campaign aimed at repatriating their bodies for burial. The crash, which occurred near the village of Crumlin, a short distance from Belfast International Airport, involved two vehicles and resulted in the devastating loss of the Singco family.
Kith and Ralph Singco were both in their 30s and were passengers in one of the cars. Just hours before the accident, they celebrated their sixth wedding anniversary and were expecting their first child in two months. Tragically, Ms. Singco, a nurse, along with her unborn child succumbed to injuries in hospital shortly after the incident, while her husband, a care assistant, passed away days later. Family and friends have begun to raise funds through a Go Fund Me page, which has exceeded £70,000, to assist with repatriating their remains back to the Philippines for a proper burial.
Alongside this heartbreaking incident, another grave situation has arisen in Cardiff where a man has admitted to murdering his estranged wife. Paria Veisi, 37, was reported missing in April after last being seen leaving her office. Her vehicle was located shortly thereafter, but there were no signs of her until police discovered her body buried in the garden of her estranged husband, Alireza Askari, 42. An inquest revealed that she died from multiple stab wounds.
Although Askari initially denied murder charges, he later confessed to manslaughter and attempting to conceal her death. He is scheduled to be sentenced next month. This case has drawn attention to the ongoing issues surrounding domestic violence and the need for better protective measures for women. Activist campaigns, such as This Is Not Right, are calling for increased awareness and action against violence towards women.
Beyond the individual tragedies, these cases highlight broader social and legal challenges both in the UK and globally. In the case of the Singco family, the community's swift response illustrates solidarity in the face of tragedy. Conversely, the murder of Paria Veisi underscores the urgent need for society to address issues of domestic violence and protect vulnerable individuals. Both highlight the emotional and societal ramifications of violence and loss.
In light of these events, local police in Cardiff are urging witnesses to come forward with any insights related to the incidents, particularly regarding the murder case of Ms. Veisi. Authorities have reemphasized the importance of community vigilance and support in combating such crimes.
As communities process their grief and seek justice, the way forward requires collective effort, awareness, and compassion. The tragic stories of the Singco family and Paria Veisi not only reflect personal loss but also resonate with ongoing societal issues that require immediate attention and reform. #JusticeForParia #SupportSingcoFamily #EndDomesticViolence #CommunitySolidarity
