Family members issue warning after tragic death of Massachusetts teen

Communities across Massachusetts have been rocked by the tragic death of a teen.

17-year-old Bella, who lived in the Boston area, has been described by those who knew her as a beautiful young lady, who was silly, loud, sweet, and would light up a room. That light has sadly become dark after she took her own life this week.

Bella’s family is now left trying to raise funds for her services. The girl who left an impact on everyone who knew her.

Friends, family, and a GoFundMe are issuing a warning to others after they believe the system failed her.

“Please, please, please, speak with your children as hard as it may seem. It can’t be that hard. We are adults and we question life daily. Our children feel all our pain and carry their own! Most do not even speak up, so we’ll never know. Suicide is real. (People’s lives aren’t) just taken by violence or health. Depression is real!”

A vigil/balloon release was held on Tuesday.

Bella is far from the only Massachusetts teen that has recently ended their life.

A Massachusetts 8th grader committed suicide allegedly over bullying a few months ago.

Another Massachusetts student also reportedly ended his life a few days ago.

The Massachusetts 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a network of local crisis centers that are available 24/7 to provide support for youth and adults who are in any kind of emotional crisis. Using the 988 Lifeline is free and confidential.

To contact the Lifeline, call or text 988.

For more information, and to access the online chat feature, visit their website by clicking here: https://988lifeline.org/get-help/what-to-expect/