Shattered mum breaks down outside unit where her 17-year-old son and three others died in mysterious circumstances - as fresh theory emerges for tragedy that shocked Australia
In a tragic incident that has left the community reeling, Abdul El Sayed, a 17-year-old father, was found dead alongside three others in a suspected mass overdose in Broadmeadows, Melbourne. The bodies were discovered in the loungeroom of a suburban unit in Melbourne's north early Tuesday morning.
Abdul El Sayed was found with two men, aged 32 and 37, and a 42-year-old woman. One of the men was his relative, and the other two were neighbors visiting the property. The first person to discover the bodies was Abdul's uncle, Cory Lewis, who lives nearby. After seeing the unresponsive group through a window, Cory broke in and called emergency services.
As detectives investigate the circumstances surrounding the sudden deaths, they are considering various possibilities, including a potential drug overdose, possibly involving fentanyl, or carbon monoxide poisoning from a leaking gas heater. Cory Lewis expressed his devastation, recalling the moment he found his family members dead and speculating that a drug overdose might be the cause, although the exact reason remains unclear.
Abdul El Sayed's mother, Jessica Lewis, visited the scene of the tragedy, supported by her siblings. In a heart-wrenching moment, Cory was seen comforting his sister as they grieved outside the unit, which police had taped off as a potential crime scene.
Abdul leaves behind a partner and an 18-month-old daughter. Social media posts capture tender moments of Abdul with his family, including a photo of him cradling his partner's baby bump before their child's birth. His mother had shared their close bond, affectionately calling him her "son shine."
Neighbors last saw the four individuals alive around 2 am on Monday. Cory, also the brother-in-law of one of the deceased men, told the media that the tragedy has compounded the grief their family has faced, having recently lost both their parents.
Despite speculation about a drug overdose, the family remains uncertain about the precise cause. Cory and his brother Brendan both expressed disbelief, stating that Abdul was not known to use drugs heavily, aside from occasional marijuana use. Cory believed his nephew might have fallen under bad influences but insisted, "He's no junkie."
On Tuesday, police continued to investigate the property, using oxygen tanks due to concerns about possible gas leaks. Cory noted he didn't smell anything upon entering, but carbon monoxide, being odorless, remains a potential cause.
Victoria Police Detective Inspector Dean Thomas reported no signs of violence but acknowledged some injuries that need further examination. Items from the property will be analyzed, although the presence of drug paraphernalia has not been confirmed. Inspector Thomas emphasized the unusual nature of finding four people dead from a suspected overdose in one location and stressed the importance of keeping an open mind until the cause is confirmed.
A report will be prepared for the coroner, and anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the police immediately. As the investigation continues, the community and family of Abdul El Sayed seek answers and hope for closure amidst this profound tragedy.
Source: dailymail.co.uk
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Abdul El Sayed (pictured) was found dead inside a Broadmeadows unit during the early hours of Tuesday
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