The mother of Masa Vukotic has spoken about the death of her 17-year-old daughter, Masa.
Natasa Vukotic has broken her silence on the horrific murder of her daughter, Masa Vukotic, in a Melbourne park last week.
The 17-year-old was walking through Doncaster Park near her home when she was fatally stabbed by a random attacker.
Thirty-one year old Melbourne man Sean Price has been charged with her murder.
Masa’s mother has made her first public statement since the death of her daughter.
“The loss of Masa has left a heartache that will never heal, but her love has left us with memories that no one can take from us,” Mrs Vukotic told the Herald Sun.
“Masa has touched so many lives. She was a funny, intelligent and kind-hearted girl. But more than anything else, she was my loving daughter, a caring sister and a wonderful friend.
“She was our everything.”
The scene of Masa’s killing has become a tribute to the teenager, with flowers and messages appearing in her name.
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Mrs Vukotic said she was overwhelmed with the kindness.
“We will be forever grateful. It has been extremely difficult for us all, and we thank everyone for respecting our privacy and giving us space to mourn our beloved Masa.”
Masa’s family will establish a fund to which the public can donate to Masa’s favourite charities. Donations will be collected at the funeral which is being held at the Springvale Botanical Cemetery tomorrow.
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Mrs Vukotic also donated many of Masa’s beloved Cosplay costumes to members of an online group to which Masa belonged, and was known as Princess Marci.
A walk in honour of Masa, Princess Marci’s Royal Parade, will be held on Saturday at Queen Victoria Gardens on St Kilda Rd from midday.
Sean Price has been apprehended without bail, and will face court on June 26.
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