A family journey ended with a tragedy. The 14-year-old died in an accident in the USA
The drama took place on Friday, April 4. Jordan died on the spot. His The sister was hospitalized in a critical condition. Other people in the vehicle-8-year-old Gracie, mother and grandmother-survived. As the boy’s father emphasizes, Scott Laskowski, « Everyone who had fastened lanes survived. »
Father’s words grab the heart
Scott Laskowski in an interview with « NBC Chicago » He talked about the pain he had to face. – I want to say goodbye to him. I need five minutes with my son. I want to hug him – he said through tears. He described Jordan as a sensitive, empathy boy who loved with all his heart. He dreamed of becoming an electrician and just started his adventure with football in Wredling Middle School.
Town in mourning
In the hometown of St. Charles – a town of Chicago, where Jordan went to school – There was silence and focus. Trees and lanterns were decorated in red and black ribbons, the colors of his school. The eighth graders dressed in black. Sidewalks around the building were filled with colorful farewells, drawn with chalk. The young said goodbye to a friend who was to grow up with them. And his family – immersed in regret – received support from all sides.
An appeal to parents from around the world
On the collection page Gofundmethe boy’s father posted poignant words that diverged in Polish and American media:
Always fasten your seat belts – no matter what. And don’t forget to tell your children that you love them. Every day. Every day.
The Laskowski family is experiencing an unimaginable loss. Jordan was their son, brother, grandson and friend. Their world collapsed in a few seconds, on one of the American highways.
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14-year-old Jordan died in a tragic accident in the Indian. « Always smiling, full of empathy » – recall relatives.
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Jordan with Dad, Scott – their relationship was unique. « I lost not only my son. I lost my best friend, » says my father.
