In spite of the controversy and challengesKyrie Irving has been facing on and off the court, he is still prioritizing helping those who need it.
The NBA baller donated $65,000 to the GoFundMe launched to financially support the family of Shanquella Robinson in their fight for justice following her tragic death.
The campaign was launched on Thursday (November 17) by Shanquella’s sister, Quilla Long, and the message reads:
My name is Quilla Long, the sister of Shanquella Robinson. My beautiful sister #ShanquellaRobinson, recently went on a trip to Cabo, Mexico, with people she believed were her friends.
During this trip, she was found dead. Her associates claimed she died of alcohol poisoning, but the death certificate from the Mexican government contradicts this statement as it reveals a broken neck and cracked spine and a time of death which is 15 minutes after she sustained these injuries.
The United States State Department released a statement claiming “no clear evidence of foul play,” yet there is a video circulating of a woman violently attacking Shanquella. This statement is unacceptable, and we are beyond devastated. We continue to fight for the truth.
We face a tremendous unexpected financial burden and a great deal of pain as we prepare to lay my sister to rest. Any support you can contribute to our legal fees and other critical expenses is greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance for all of your support.
In 24 hours, over $121,000 in donations have poured in to support Shanquella Robinson’s grieving family.
People have taken to social media to react and express their gratitude to Kyrie Irving for stepping up for the Robinson family during this difficult time.
@KyrieIrving giving to Shaquella’s go fund me is big. Not because of the amount but because the story behind it is heartbreaking and this is part of the reason our parents drill in us that everyone isn’t our friends.
Kyrie Irving donated $65,000 to the girl who passed away in Mexico GoFundMe account. I can’t wait until I’m able to bless people like that…🥺🤍🦾 pic.twitter.com/3EQPPe1Ga4
