A 13-year-old boy tragically took his own life following alleged bullying at school while struggling to cope with his mother’s death. Josiah Michael Dwinell passed away by suicide in Alstead, N.H., on March 12, just eight days after celebrating his 13th birthday. His family described the incident as “truly heartbreaking.”

His aunt, Shaena Stebbins, who initiated a GoFundMe campaign for his funeral expenses, provided further insights into his situation. Responding to speculations on Facebook, Stebbins disclosed that Dwinell had been enduring persistent bullying at school.

Stebbins shared that Dwinell had sought help multiple times, with no one outside his family offering support. Despite visits to the hospital and efforts by his grandmother to assist him, his mental health concerns were allegedly dismissed as attention-seeking behavior by others.

Following a bus ride home, Dwinell reached a breaking point due to the bullying. Stebbins emphasized his positive impact on those around him, describing him as a cherished brother, son, and nephew. She expressed the family’s profound loss and their commitment to honoring his memory.

The fundraiser, which has raised over $23,000, aims to support Dwinell’s funeral arrangements. For those in need of immediate assistance, Samaritans can be contacted 24/7 for confidential support. Remember, you are not alone.