Heartbreaking reason 16-year-old survived Vancouver festival attack that killed his parents, sister, 5
An entire family was practically wiped out after a madman plowed his SUV through a crowded Filipino street festival in Canada — leaving just a teen son behind after his parents and 5-year-old sister were struck and killed.Andy Le, 16, became the “sole survivor” of the Le family when his parents — 47-year-old Richard, 30-year-old Linh Hoang — and little sister Katie were mowed down while attending the Lapu Lapu Day block party in Vancouver Saturday.“[Andy] lived only because, at the last moment, he decided to stay home to finish his homework instead of attending the event with his family,” a verified GoFundMe set up by his extended family read.The teen’s family were among 11 people killed and dozens injured after suspect Kai-Ji Adam Lo, 30, allegedly sped his SUV into a crowd of hundreds as the festival was wrapping up around 8 p.m.Victims ranged in age from 5 to 65 years old.“Katie, one of the youngest victims, was about to graduate from kindergarten.
She was vibrant, joyful, and full of life,” the GoFundMe read.“Richard Le was a dedicated father, badminton and tennis coach, and real estate professional.He devoted his life to teaching young people the values of sportsmanship and team spirit,” it continued.
“Richard’s wife and Andy’s stepmother, Linh, was known for her kindness and gentle spirit.”Other victims included Rizza Azzir, a beloved wife who had immigrated to Canada seeking a better life.“We are mourning the tragic and unexpected loss of my dear cousin, Rizza, a loving wife, devoted sister, and cherished loved one to so many,” the victim’s cousin, Shelby Anne Marie Pacumio, wrote on a GoFundMe page for Rizza’s family.“To know Rizza was to truly love her.She was the sweetest soul, kind-hearted, humble, and hardworking person.
She moved from the Philippines to Winnipeg with her husband in search of a better life,” Shelby added, explaining that her cousin later moved to Vancouver to be closer to family there.Loved ...