‘The pain is indescribable’: Father of teenager found dead in Blue Mountains pays tribute to his son

Andre Marquez, a 16-year-old Filipino-Australian, was found dead in the Blue Mountains after going missing for two days during a hiking and camping trip with a friend. Police investigations are ongoing as the family mourns his passing and expresses gratitude for the overwhelming community support.

Andre Marquez, a 16-year-old Filipino-Australian, was found dead in the Blue Mountains after going missing for two days during a hiking and camping trip with a friend. Credit: Supplied by Raphael Marquez

Key Points

• Andre became separated from his companion near the Acacia Flat campgrounds on Wednesday; his body was tragically discovered in a section of a creek on Thursday afternoon.
• According to his father, Raphael Marquez, Andre was highly prepared, having spent five years in the Air Force Cadets with extensive training in hiking, first aid, orienteering, and navigation.
• The exact cause of death remains uncertain and has been referred to the coroner; meanwhile, the community continues to offer support through a fundraising initiative organized by friends.

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‘Di mailarawan yung sakit’: Ama ng nawala at nasawing binatilyo sa Blue Mountains, binigyang pugay ang anak

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