The family also pledged to fight the state’s efforts to stop predators from escaping justice in Virginia and for a new version of the law. They vowed to “take on her mission with all of our hearts and souls”
The 41-year-old who was tragically found dead at her home on April 25 has been given the go-ahead by Virginia Giuffre’s family, who has revealed plans to build a sweet memorial in her honor.
Virginia, who alleged that paedophile Jeffrey Epstein trafficked her for sex at the age of 16, made headlines after accusing Prince Andrew, now 65, of sexually abusing her while she was a teenager. He has repeatedly denied the claims and, in 2022, paid Virginia an undisclosed sum in an out-of-court settlement. It’s been reported that the agreement did not admit liability.
It was announced last week that Virginia, who was living in Australia after relocating from the US, had died aged 41. Her family said that she had taken her own life.
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Amanda Roberts, sister-in-law of Virginia Giuffre, has now launched a GoFundMe page and shared thee family plans to create a public memorial for Virginia.
The fundraiser, which was created on Friday , May 2, shows the following message: “First and foremost, thank you for the outpouring of love and support for our beloved Virginia. We know Virginia was not just a bright light to us but to many. The lives she touched, the strength, and the fight she has given us will live with us always.
We are aware that this will make us stronger, which Virginia would have desired, despite the fact that our family and many of us are grieving unfathomably. We believe that finding a way to leave her legacy is essential. Through her fight and testimony, Virginia was able to amass settlements, but unfortunately, as many of you may be aware, funds and estates can take years to settle due to this tragedy. Her family in America is dedicated to preserving and honoring her spirit despite her estate being settled in Australia.
“It is our intention with this fund that we create a public memorial not just for family but for survivors and supporters from all over to visit and share space with Virginia. She deserves to have a permanent mark in this world that demonstrates her lasting impact.”
The family also pledged to fight the state’s efforts to stop predators from escaping justice in Virginia and for a new version of the law. They vowed to “take on her mission with all of our hearts and souls”.
A handwritten letter penned shortly before her death, declaring that her “voice will not be silenced” was recently shared by online by Amanda. The letter reads: “Mothers, Fathers, Sisters, and Brothers need to show the battle lines are drawn, and stand together to fight for the future of victims.” She added: “Is protesting the answer? I don’t know. But we’ve got to start somewhere.”
The fundraiser has, at the time of publication, raised $680 from five generous donations. You can donate by clicking here.
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Source: Mirror
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