A mother shares her heartbreaking story of her daughter’s tragic death after abuse
Southport: A mother is heartbroken as she recalls the tragic story of her daughter, Semina Halliwell. The 12-year-old took her own life after facing horrific abuse. It’s just devastating.
Semina passed away on June 12, 2021, after an overdose of prescription pills. She had been struggling for months, feeling overwhelmed and bullied after the abuse. The inquest into her death started recently, and it’s been tough to hear.
Her mother, Rachel, shared how Semina had been groomed by an older boy. It all began when she was just 11. Rachel said her daughter was under so much pressure and tried to avoid meeting him, but he kept pushing.
In a tearful moment, Rachel described how Semina told her about the assault. She said, “He took her into the woods and she kept saying no.” It’s heartbreaking to think of what Semina went through.
Rachel explained that the trauma changed Semina completely. She went from being a happy girl to someone who felt worthless and scared. It’s so sad to see how much it affected her.
Despite reaching out for help, Semina felt she couldn’t talk about her pain. She hid her struggles, wearing tights to cover her scars. Rachel noticed the change but didn’t know how deep the issues ran.
During the lockdown, Semina used social media to connect with friends, but Rachel was unaware of the dangers lurking online. A nude photo of Semina was shared at her school, which only added to her distress.
In March 2021, Semina confided in Rachel about the rape and showed her a video of another attack. Rachel reported everything to the police, but Semina was scared and hesitant to speak up.
Rachel felt they were left without support. She wished there had been more help for both her and Semina during such a tough time. It’s hard to imagine how alone they felt.
On the night of her overdose, Semina was overwhelmed by everything happening around her. After a long night of police questioning, she told her mom she had “had enough.” It’s a chilling moment that no parent should have to face.
After the police left, Rachel found empty pill packets. Semina had taken them, and despite efforts to save her, she passed away just days later. Rachel is devastated, feeling that her daughter didn’t get the help she needed.
She criticized the police for their lack of care and professionalism. It’s heartbreaking to think that Semina didn’t feel supported when she needed it the most. The inquest is ongoing, and Rachel hopes for answers.
