The New Orleans community is mourning the loss of a young life cut tragically short. Bryan Vasquez, a 12-year-old boy who had been reported missing, was found deceased. In response to the somber news, District E City Councilmember Oliver M. Thomas Jr. released an earnest statement regarding the impact of Bryan's untimely death on the community.
"Our hearts are heavy upon learning the news of the passing of Bryan Vasquez," said Thomas in his statement. He emphasized that while the loss resonates most profoundly with those in New Orleans East and within his District E, the ripple of grief extends to "all of our neighborhoods in the city of New Orleans." Amidst this trying period, Councilmember Thomas has pledged to not just extend his support to Bryan's grieving loved ones but also to actively engage to improve community notification systems moving forward, according to the City of New Orleans.
The tragic conclusion to the search for Bryan has elicited a deep sense of sorrow throughout the city. In his statement, Thomas offered his condolences to Bryan's family, friends, and all those involved in the faith community, acknowledging the immense support and unity shown during the exhaustive search for the young boy. "I want to extend my condolences to Bryan’s family and their friends and those in their faith circles, as well as those in our community who joined in the search and provided so much support during this most difficult time," remarked Thomas, as reported by the City of New Orleans.
Meanwhile, the city councilmember has vowed to continue providing assistance to the Vasquez family during their time of need. Thomas also reaffirmed his commitment to assist in to fully investigate the circumstances surrounding Bryan's death. The councilmember's office has been actively involved since Bryan's initial disappearance and will remain a resource for the family and community as they navigate this devastating loss. "My office will continue to support the family, and I will continue to provide any support in the investigation into his death and work with my fellow city colleagues to find ways to improve notification systems in the future," Thomas expressed to the City of New Orleans.
