Family members of the victims have begun to piece together their loved ones' last moments but are hindered by a lack of communication from authorities. Jack Bech expressed the deep loss he and his family are experiencing, noting that every holiday and family gathering will now be a reminder of Tiger's absence. He believes his brother would prefer that they celebrate his life rather than dwell on their grief.
At 25, Matthew Tenedorio was another victim of that night. His family pleaded with him not to attend the New Year’s festivities in fear of the dangers posed by large crowds. Despite their fears, he went with friends and was tragically separated from them during the chaos. His cousin, Christina Bounds, described the horror of receiving news about the attack and the subsequent lack of information from local authorities, which has compounded their grief. They have set up a GoFundMe page to assist with funeral costs, a burden made heavier by medical bills from Tenedorio's mother’s recent battle with cancer.
Zach Colgan, another relative, painted a vivid picture of Tenedorio’s personality, remembering him as a joyful storyteller who cared deeply for those around him. His family, still in shock, calls for more transparency from officials to help them gain closure. As the community remembers those lost, family members echo the sentiment that no one deserves to suffer in this manner, and demand focus on the memories of the victims instead of the attacker's actions. The heart-wrenching aftermath showcases the ongoing struggle of grieving families as they demand justice and clarity.
Families are uniting in their quest for answers, as the community grieves and processes the senseless tragedy that marred what was meant to be a night of celebration.
At 25, Matthew Tenedorio was another victim of that night. His family pleaded with him not to attend the New Year’s festivities in fear of the dangers posed by large crowds. Despite their fears, he went with friends and was tragically separated from them during the chaos. His cousin, Christina Bounds, described the horror of receiving news about the attack and the subsequent lack of information from local authorities, which has compounded their grief. They have set up a GoFundMe page to assist with funeral costs, a burden made heavier by medical bills from Tenedorio's mother’s recent battle with cancer.
Zach Colgan, another relative, painted a vivid picture of Tenedorio’s personality, remembering him as a joyful storyteller who cared deeply for those around him. His family, still in shock, calls for more transparency from officials to help them gain closure. As the community remembers those lost, family members echo the sentiment that no one deserves to suffer in this manner, and demand focus on the memories of the victims instead of the attacker's actions. The heart-wrenching aftermath showcases the ongoing struggle of grieving families as they demand justice and clarity.
Families are uniting in their quest for answers, as the community grieves and processes the senseless tragedy that marred what was meant to be a night of celebration.
