Cameron Waldeck-Cooks’ brother speaks out after her tragic death
The brother of 17-year-old St Stithians Girls’ College learner Cameron Waldeck-Cooks has spoken out following her death at a lodge in Sabie, Mpumalanga, saying the trauma caused to his sister and family “will not be forgotten”.
Cameron Waldeck-Cooks, a 17-year-old learner from St Stithians Girls’ College, was found deceased alongside Ethan Coetzee, 19, a former learner from St Stithians Boys’ College, at a lodge in Sabie, Mpumalanga. According to the Mpumalanga SAPS spokesperson, Colonel Mavela Masondo, police were alerted to the tragic incident involving two deceased individuals.
The bodies of the 17-year-old girl and the 19-year-old man were discovered in a lodge room, and post-mortem examinations revealed that Cameron allegedly suffered from strangulation while Coetzee took his own life.
Cameron’s brother, also Ethan, posted a statement on social media, expressing his disbelief at his sister's untimely death. He detailed the gruesome injuries found on his sister's body, emphasizing that she did not pass away peacefully. The deceased sibling’s brother also shared his deep admiration for Coetzee, describing him as kind and respectful, acknowledging that his positive influence on his family meant nothing in light of Cameron’s tragic passing.
Ethan criticized insensitive headlines featuring his sister and Coetzee, finding it hard to accept the juxtaposition of Cameron’s photograph with Coetzee’s. He stressed the long-lasting trauma his family continues to endure and expressed gratitude for the kindness and support from those who reached out during this difficult time. Police investigations into the deaths are ongoing.
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