A community in Pretoria is mourning the loss of 12-year-old Kira Meyer, a Grade 7 learner at Laerskool Skuilkrans in Murrayfield, who has died following an electric scooter accident.
The tragedy began on Mother’s Day, when Kira was riding her electric scooter inside her residential complex with her stepfather. Despite wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, she suffered a fall that led to her being airlifted to Milpark Hospital, where she spent several days in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Timeline of Events
The medical struggle reached a critical point on Friday evening, when three doctors declared Kira brain-dead. Her mother, Angelique, shared the heartbreaking update that her daughter “received her angel wings” at 12:08 on Saturday.
In a moving tribute, Angelique described Kira as an “incredible child, full of love and care,” stating that being her mother for the past 12 years had been an “incredible privilege.” She wrote, “Rest softly, my dearest Kira, you will live on forever in our hearts,” adding that she would love her daughter “until the end of days.”
Medical Context and Significance
While the exact cause of the fall remains unclear, medical professionals suspect that Kira may have suffered a seizure. This possibility is underscored by family history, as Angelique previously noted that Kira’s older brother also began experiencing seizures around the same age.
Community Support and Tributes
The loss has resonated through the local school community. On Saturday morning, students from Hoërskool Die Wilgers paid tribute to Kira by running onto the rugby field “with Kira in their hearts.” The team played with maximum effort and won their match.
Angelique expressed gratitude to the school, noting that Kira had been very excited to attend high school and had thoroughly enjoyed the open day at Hoërskool Die Wilgers. She thanked the institution for allowing Kira to experience high school, “even if only in spirit.”
Potential Next Steps
As the family navigates this loss, further medical reviews could potentially provide more clarity regarding the suspected seizure. The family has expressed gratitude for the prayers that have supported them during this period.
