Grace Kumar, 19, a student at the University of Nottingham, tragically died after being stabbed during a riot in Nottingham. She was walking home with classmate Barnaby Webber after a night of celebration when they encountered a hooded assailant. Witnesses said a heated argument escalated when the suspect, a 31-year-old man, stabbed Grace and Barnaby.
BREAKING: Both are 19 years old @UniofNottingham student was killed yesterday #Nottingham attacks are first year: Grace Kumar is studying Medicine and Barnaby Webber is studying History @ITVCentral #Nottingham. A vigil will be held on campus this afternoon pic.twitter.com/XZh2yNMKYp
– Peter Bearne (@pbearneITV) June 14, 2023
Grace Kumar’s father, Dr. Sanjoy Kumar, is a heroic doctor who saved the lives of teenage victims in a gang knife attack. He was awarded an MBE for his brave act in rescuing three teenagers stabbed in a gang-related incident near his surgery site in Chingford, east London, in 2009. Dr. Kumar’s selfless and life-saving efforts have been widely recognized, and he continues to be admired for his bravery and dedication to his profession.
Grace O’Malley Kumar, a rising star of Hockey in England, has an exceptional talent and is studying medicine at university, following in the footsteps of her father, Dr Sanjoy Kumar.
The tragic events of last night bear uncanny similarities to her father’s heroic actions 14 years ago. Dr. Kumar vividly recalls the chaotic scene as injured teenagers sought his help, saying the situation resembled a war zone. He and his staff acted quickly, providing the necessary medical care until the police and ambulance arrived.
Dr Kumar, who received his MBE in 2011, has yet to comment on his daughter’s sudden death and the grieving family has chosen not to release any statement regarding the horrific incident.
Grace Kumar is not only a talented hockey player but also excels in cricket. She has represented England at national level for both the under-16s and under-18s in hockey and was the top scorer of her age in the 2018-19 season. . At university, she continued to pursue hockey, contributing to Surbiton’s women’s first team victory in the UK’s top leagues. She is also recognized for her cricketing skills.
Grief was expressed for Grace and Barnaby, with hockey and cricket clubs expressing their condolences. The England hockey team expressed deep sadness over Grace’s death and acknowledged her popularity on the Under-16 and Under-18 teams. The Woodford Wells Cricket Club, of which Grace is a member, describes her as cheerful, friendly and intelligent. Southgate Hockey Club, where she plays for the U18 and women’s teams, expressed shock and devastation, highlighting her immense talent.
In an emotional tribute, Barnaby’s family describes him as a beautiful, intelligent and bright young man with a promising future ahead of him. The families of both Grace and Barnaby are going through a very difficult time, and their sincere thoughts and condolences go out to them, their friends and teammates.
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Source: vothisaucamau.edu.vn
