Thousands raised to support family of Ukrainian teen who died in Dawlish
14-year-old Albina Yevko passed away earlier this month
The mum of a Ukrainian teenager who died in Dawlish is "overwhelmed" by the "outpouring of grief and offers of support" they have had.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help the family of 14-year-old Albina Yevko.
She passed away after being found unconscious on a beach earlier this month.
So far, more than £2,000 has been raised. It will help contribute towards things like funeral extras, air travel for her relative and immediate specialist counselling in her language.
A statement on the fundraising page says: "Teignbridge Voluntary Groups Supporting the Homes For Ukraine Programme across Teignbridge are helping facilitate this Go Fund Me for Albina's Family.
"Beautiful Albina died on the 5th of March, aged 14. She and her Mum lived in Dawlish under the Homes for Ukraine scheme since April 2022, having left their home due to the invasion.
"Many people have asked if they can support Albina’s mother with the costs unfortunately associated with losing someone.
"We are assisting people wanting to contribute towards the funeral extras (basics are often free for a child’s funeral), air travel for her relative, transport, catering, a live link so family and friends back in Ukraine can attend virtually, and most importantly some immediate specialist counselling in her language.
"Any additional funds will be donated to Devon Air Ambulance who (along with so many professionals from police, lifeguard and health) fought so hard for Albina on the night of her accident and subsequent death.
"Albina’s mum is overwhelmed by the outpouring of grief and offers of support she and her host family have been sent.
"This is the most painful and horrendous time for her but it is comforting to know that others share her grief and cared for her daughter."