Girl, 10, took her own life because her empathy made her a target for bullies, family says

A 10-year-old Virginia girl took her own life after being targeted by bullies for defending others, her family has said.

Autumn Brooke Bushman, 10, of Roanoke, died on March 21. Her parents, Mark and Summer Bushman, and two older siblings are reeling from the sudden and unexpected loss.

According to her obituary, Autumn was a child who had “deep empathy, was soft-hearted, and always ready to lend a listening ear or offer support.”…

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