Martin Richard, son of a Boston Marathon runner, lost his life while cheering his father across the finish line on Monday, April 15th. Martin, 8, was one of the three victims who died after an explosion at the Boston Marathon, Richard was waiting for his dad at the finish line when a bomb detonated. His mother reportedly is in critical condition and six-year-old sister lost her leg. They were among 170 people injured.
In this photo, young Richard is holding up a sign that reads: “No More Hurting People [and] Peace”.
He created this poster in remembrance of Trayvon Martin, 17, who was murdered last February in Sanford, Fla.
During a recent press conference, President Barack Obama stated: “We will find out who did this. We’ll find out why they did this. Any responsible individuals, any responsible groups, will feel the full weight of justice.”
“This was a heinous and cowardly act. The FBI is now investigating this as an act of terrorism.
“The American people refused to be terrorized. What the world saw yesterday in the aftermath of the explosions were stories of heroism and kindness and generosity and love.”
