Investigation continues after boy, 5, falls to his death from Edmonton apartment building
Boy's death an 'unimaginable' tragedy, says building owner
Police continue to investigate after a five-year-old boy, being remembered as a bright and gentle soul, died in a fall from an Edmonton apartment building last week.
Keyeron Nure fell to his death last Wednesday from The Pinnacle building in the area of 121st Street and 101st Avenue.
The Ethiopian Canadian Community Association in Edmonton said its members are coming together to support the boy's family.
The association described death of young Keyeron Nure as a devastating loss that has been felt by the entire community.
"Our hearts are broken," the association said in a statement shared with CBC News Monday.
"The grief his family is experiencing is unimaginable, and as a community, we mourn alongside them.
"We offer our deepest condolences and extend our love, strength, and prayers to his parents and loved ones."
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The family has asked for privacy as they grieve but is thankful for the community's support, the association said.
The association opened their doors to the family and fellow mourners on Sunday. They are now collecting donations on behalf of the bereaved family.
"Every act of kindness and support will help carry this family through their darkest hour," the statement reads.
"May Keyeron's pure and gentle soul rest in eternal peace."
'Incredibly difficult moment'
Police said the child fell from the rooftop of an apartment building, but declined to provide further details on the child's death or the status of the investigation.
Property management company Hazelview Properties confirmed the building where the child died was its high-rise apartment building, The Pinnacle.
Company officials described the boy's death as heartbreaking. They have offered free counselling services to the family and residents of the building.
"We are heartbroken to confirm that a tragic incident occurred at The Pinnacle, where a young child fell from an upper floor and sadly lost his life," Atiya Khan, director of marketing and communications for Hazelview Properties, said in a statement.
"Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to the child's family and loved ones during this unimaginable time."
Company officials said they have been co-operating with authorities as they investigate the circumstances surrounding the child's death.
The company said it would not be providing additional details on the incident out of respect for the family's privacy and the ongoing investigation.
"At this stage, we have no indication to believe that the incident was caused by any structural issue or defect with the building. All balconies at the property meet the safety requirements set out in the building code," Khan wrote.
Company officials said the boy's death has been felt widely among residents.
"This is an incredibly difficult moment for the entire community."
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