"Javid Mirza, president of the mosque, expressed the deep sorrow felt by parents who must bury their children, stating, 'I'm so sorry for your loss.'"
"Imam Sayed Tora described Nabil Askafe as 'a student. He was a friend. He was a vibrant member of the community,' emphasizing the deep agony felt by his parents."
"A friend of Askafe's shared, 'I'm still trying to understand,' reflecting on the loss and remembering Askafe's good sense of humor and kindness."
"Abrar Mechmechia noted the tragedy of Askafe's death for a newcomer family, stating, 'It's a devastating loss for a newcomer family who escaped the war seeking safety in Canada.'"
Nabil Askafe, a 16-year-old boy who recently immigrated from Syria, was shot and killed at Jackson Square mall. His funeral was attended by over 100 mourners at the Hamilton Mountain Mosque. The mosque president expressed sorrow for the parents who must bury their child. A 14-year-old suspect has been charged with second-degree murder. Imam Sayed Tora described Askafe as a vibrant community member, while a friend shared memories of his humor and kindness. The loss is particularly devastating for Askafe's family, who sought safety in Canada from war.
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