Bullied Adelaide teen's family vows fight for justice after she took her own life
The family of a 13-year-old girl, who took her own life after a campaign of bullying, has welcomed calls to toughen laws so perpetrators are held responsible.
Libby Bell was a talented live saver with "a million dollar smile" but her family claims she was subjected to a relentless campaign of online bullying and physical abuse.
One incident captured on video shows an altercation unfolding with fellow students at a Hungry Jacks at Seaford last October.
Tragically, last Monday, Libby took her own life.
Her heartbroken mum, dad and two sisters said there were no obvious signs in the days leading up to the tragedy.
She had friends stay then attended a surf life saving carnival here the day before.
In a tribute to her daughter, Libby's mum says "to those that bully and to so called friends who didn't speak up… they failed you".
“I will forever have a hole in my heart, where you belong because you were just too perfect for heaven… I’m lost and empty,” she wrote.
“She was outgoing, such a beautiful girl, such a tragedy so many unanswered questions we’d like to see more done about it that’s for sure,” her grieving uncle Clint Gow-Smith told 7 News.
Police Commissioner Grant Stevens says tougher anti-bullying laws should be considered.
“Clearly there are instances where people commit offences throughout the course of bullying,” Comm. Stevens said.
Police say they're leading a thorough investigation into her death.
If you are concerned about the mental health of yourself or a loved one, seek support and information by calling Lifeline on 13 11 14, the suicide call back service on 1300 659 467, or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36.