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Missing Malcolm Belgrave Found Dead in Lake Ontario; Family Mourns Loss of 14 Year Old

The search for missing 14-year-old Malcolm Belgrave came to a tragic end this week when his body was discovered in Lake Ontario near Hamilton, Ontario. Belgrave was last seen on Saturday, July 29th having fun with friends on a flotation device in the lake. When he did not return home, an exhaustive search was launched, but hopes of finding Belgrave alive were dashed on Wednesday when his body was recovered from the water.

Outpouring of Grief from Family and Friends

News of Belgrave's death has rocked the Hamilton community and brought an outpouring of grief from family, friends, and community members. In a statement, Belgrave's mother thanked the many people who aided in the search efforts over the past few days, including local residents, emergency response teams, Belgrave's schoolmates from Cathedral High School, his soccer teammates, and fellow cadets from the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Triumph.

"Malcolm was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend who will be sadly missed by so many," his mother said. "We are grateful for the time we had with him, and will miss his smile, humour and adventurous spirit."

A makeshift memorial was quickly erected near the shore where Belgrave was last seen, with friends and loved ones leaving flowers, photos, candles, and heartfelt messages. Friends described him as someone who lived life to the fullest and always brightened people's days. His sudden loss has left a hole in many lives.

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Details of the Tragic Accident

According to police reports, Belgrave was on a flotation device on Lake Ontario near Woodland Beach on Saturday afternoon when the floatation device began to sink. Belgrave tried to swim to shore but went under the water and did not resurface.

Authorities say that strong winds and high waves likely contributed to the accident. The lake can be deceiving, appearing calm on the surface while dangerous undercurrents run beneath. Sadly, even experienced swimmers can get into trouble quickly.

Desperate search and rescue efforts commenced immediately but were unable to locate Belgrave. Police, fire, EMS personnel, the coast guard, provincial police, the Canadian Air Force, and volunteer drone pilots scoured the area for days before the heartbreaking discovery of his body on Wednesday.

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Outpouring of Community Support

While nothing can erase the pain of losing a child, the overwhelming support from the community has provided some small comfort to Belgrave's grieving family. A GoFundMe campaign was created to help his family with funeral expenses, and donations immediately began flooding in.

The organizer of the campaign wrote, "Malcolm was a special kid, and his family could use all the help and prayers they can get right now. Every little bit helps ease their burden during this impossibly difficult time."

In just two days, over $15,000 was raised, showing just how many lives young Malcolm touched in his short 14 years. On top of monetary donations, friends and neighbors have been providing meals, running errands, sending flowers and cards, and standing by the family in quiet solidarity during their time of need.

Honoring Malcolm's Memory

While the community continues to grieve and search for answers as to how such a tragedy could occur, they are also finding ways to honor Malcolm's vibrance and keep his memory alive.

His soccer club will be retiring his jersey number for the season and has talked of establishing a scholarship in his name. His cadet corps is planning a memorial ceremony. And his school is giving students access to grief counseling to help them process the immense loss of their friend and classmate.

The love and support from Malcolm Belgrave's family, friends, and the entire Hamilton community serve as testament to the impact he had on those around him. Though his life ended far too soon, Malcolm touched countless people with his enthusiasm, humor, and spirit. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

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