Classmates honor Baton Rouge teen who went missing at Alabama beach

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – There have been quite a lot of phrases used to explain Tyreke Walker over the previous few days. Pals and teammates mentioned he was fearless, a champion, and a tremendous good friend.

“It helps us really feel like we did one thing proper as dad and mom,” mentioned Tammy Nguyen, Walker’s mom.

14-year-old Tyreke Walker went lacking within the waters of Orange Seashore, Alabama on Might 21. On Thursday, household and mates held a particular vigil outdoors McKinley Center the place he attended college. This was his mum or dad’s first time again in Baton Rouge since he disappeared.

“All I can take into consideration is, I got here right here with three youngsters and now I’m on the best way again with simply two of them,” Walker mentioned. “I simply want we may have extra time with him. I do know all people retains telling me to not say it, however I can’t assist it proper now and I’ll recover from it will definitely. I’m sorry it turned out this manner, and I’m sorry I couldn’t deliver him again.”

Walker’s family members determined to launch butterflies. They are saying it serves as a logo of peace and hope that they are going to discover him.

“I panicked. I used to be scared somewhat bit, due to me not understanding, then the following factor was to wish and ask God to deliver him again to us,” Walker mentioned.

His dad and mom say they won’t hand over till they discover their child boy.

“Till I see him, there’s no proof that he’s gone,” Nguyen mentioned.

“Every day is getting tougher and tougher, however like she mentioned, I’m nonetheless in denial till I’ve proof,” Walker mentioned.

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