Parents' Heart-Wrenching Decision: Farewell to Their 13-Year-Old Daughter After Tragic Sleepover Accident
Parents Share Heartbreaking Story After Losing 13-Year-Old Daughter to Dangerous Social Media Trend
Australian journalist Ally Langdon recently sat down with Andrea and Paul Haynes, who faced the unthinkable decision of saying goodbye to their 13-year-old daughter, Esra, after a tragic incident. Esra fell victim to a dangerous social media trend known as “chroming,” where toxic chemicals are inhaled to experience a brief high.
During their emotional interview on A Current Affair, the Haynes family shared their devastating experience. Esra, a lively and talented young athlete described as “determined, fun, and cheeky,” lost her life after attempting chroming during a sleepover. She inhaled aerosol deodorant, which led to cardiac arrest and severe brain damage.
The family’s world shattered when they received the late-night call no parent ever wants. Rushing to the hospital, they clung to hope, but after eight agonizing days on life support, they had to make the heart-wrenching decision to let Esra go.
Langdon, moved to tears as she listened to Andrea and Paul, emphasized the importance of raising awareness about chroming. The Haynes family now dedicates themselves to educating others about the dangers of this harmful trend, urging parents to talk openly with their children.
Paul expressed deep regret, wishing they had known about chroming sooner so they could have warned Esra. Their mission now is to spread awareness and prevent other families from enduring similar tragedies.
Chroming has claimed several young lives in Australia and beyond since 2009. By sharing Esra’s story, the Haynes family hopes to spark vital conversations between parents and their kids to prevent future losses.
Our thoughts are with the Haynes family during this difficult time. Please share their story to help raise awareness and protect children from the dangers of chroming.