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'He says everyone hates him': Dad's heartbreaking post about disabled son's 'constant bullying'

A heartbroken dad has opened up about his disabled son’s constant bullying at school.

Dan Bezzant, from the US state of Idaho, wrote on Facebook his "heart is in pieces now”, learning of the bullying his son Jackson, 7, endures at school.

“This beautiful young man, my son Jackson has to endure a constant barrage of derogatory comments and ignorance like I've never witnessed. He is called ugly and freak and monster on a daily basis by his peers at school.”

Mr Bezzant with his son Jackson. Source: Supplied
Mr Bezzant with his son Jackson. Source: Supplied

Jackson has Tracher Collins syndrome.

It’s a rare condition, which affects the development of bones and facial tissues.

It also means Jackson is nearly deaf and has issues with his eyesight. He has undergone major surgery, but will likely need more.

Mr Bezzant said his son “talks about suicide” because of the bullying and that his son told him “he has no friends and everyone hates him”.

Mr Bezzant said children throw rocks at Jackson and has set up a PO Box for people to send cards to him (right). Source: Facebook
Mr Bezzant said children throw rocks at Jackson and has set up a PO Box for people to send cards to him (right). Source: Facebook

“Kids throw rocks at him and push him shouting these horrific words,” he said.

“Please, please take a minute and imagine if this were your child. Take a minute to educate your children about special needs. Talk to them about compassion and love for our fellow man.”

Mr Bezzant said his post wasn’t just about Jackson, but about all victims of bullying.

He also shared an envelope with a PO Box and hopes the public will send cards of support to his son.

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Mr Bezzant’s post has since been shared more than 900 times with more than 1,800 likes.

He told local news station ABC KSAT12 he’s received a lot of support since putting the post up and learned about two other children in East Idaho with Treacher Collins syndrome, and they plan to meet for a playgroup and lunch soon.