Tribute to Arthur - Watford 4/12/21

[Jamshopbridge]

The lad was a Birmingham City fan and the bluenoses at St.Andrews had a flag flying for him in tribute, however it's now faded and they want to create a large banner for him. The original cost is £350 which has now been exceeded. I live in the Midlands and saw on the local news tonight that the organiser has asked Arthur's grandma which charity she would like to go to. We know it won't bring her grandson back but it may bring some comfort to her that a charity will benefit from supporters donations..here's the link if you want to donate..

Arthur's fundraiser & flags, organized by Tom Gent

This gofundme pages funds will be donated to an original page that was setup last year please se… Tom Gent needs your support for Arthur's fundraiser & flags

www.gofundme.com

 

[citytill1die84]

So so sad :( hopefully every football ground in the county pays respect to this kid in that 6th minute.

Let's hope his horrible parents get what is coming to them and they rot in hell.

 

[Ric]

It’s such a sickening crime, absolutely heartbreaking. Nice to see both Birmingham clubs are doing a minutes applause, something which will probably be replicated across the country. There are various charities like the NSPCC, Bernardos, The Children’s Society that people can donate to as well if they like:

Donate now

Help us continue to be here for children.

www.nspcc.org.uk

Change a life, donate to Barnardo's

We work to improve the lives of every vulnerable child and young person in the UK.

donate.barnardos.org.uk

Donate | The Children's Society

Right now, young people's hope is hanging by a thread. Donate today to give young people hope and a reason to believe in a brighter future.

www.childrenssociety.org.uk

Edit: just seen the post above from @Jamshopbridge as well re: donations

 

[Bonzo Nododo]

Thanks Big Joe and Jam for drawing our attention to this. I had not realised the true horror of it.

 

[Northerndave]

RIP Arthur.

 

[keemcfc]

Lovely idea

 

[Nascent Blues]

This thread has really cut me up.

 

[stan bowles]

Happy to donate. Rest in peace Arthur.

This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you...

 

[Prestwich_Blue]

This was a truly distressing case. I had tears in my eyes after reading about the abuse and neglect of that beautiful little boy. I gave my little granddaughter an extra big hug when I saw her the next day.

But I don't see what this is designed to achieve exactly. Making football fans feel good about themselves? Will it stop anyone else abusing their kids or step kids?

I don't understand the modern trend of football grounds increasingly becoming temples to moral rectitude.

 

[stonerblue]

Not for me.
I don't want to be reminded of the horrendous death of a child when i just want to escape real life by watching sport for 90 minutes.