A 12-year-old girl named Arya Lebeau tragically died after falling from a third-story window during a sleepover in Southbridge, Massachusetts. The fall happened after an argument with a friend over a slice of pizza.
The Incident and Investigation
Arya was staying at a friend’s apartment about 60 miles west of Boston when the disagreement occurred early Saturday morning. Authorities are investigating the incident as an “unattended death.” The medical examiner is conducting an autopsy to determine the exact cause of Arya’s death.
Family’s Heartbreak and Questions
Arya’s mother, Charlene Cabrera, dropped her daughter off at the sleepover, expecting adult supervision. But just two hours later, she was told Arya had fallen from the window and no adults were present.
“I just want justice for my daughter,” Charlene said. “I want to make sure this is investigated properly.” Arya’s father, Jeremy Lebeau, also expressed his grief and desire for closure.
What Happened According to Family
Arya’s grandmother shared that the argument over pizza quickly escalated, and Arya was reportedly kicked out the window, falling on her head. The incident may have started as a game to scare Arya but went tragically wrong.
Arya was rushed to the hospital but died early Saturday from her injuries.
Remembering Arya
Arya’s family describes her as a bright and hopeful child who was excited about her summer plans with friends. Her mother said, “She was 12 going on 23,” and that Arya had her future all planned out.
Community Support and Fundraiser
A GoFundMe page was created to help Arya’s family with funeral costs and support. As of Wednesday, the fundraiser has raised over $16,000.
Charlene Cabrera expressed deep gratitude for the community support and hopes to give Arya a peaceful rest.