<div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>The parents of a Sydney teenager who was fatally stabbed in a park on Monday have released a statement honouring the "loyal young man".</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>On Monday, 17-year-old Lucas Cornu was stabbed in the leg at Bruce Purser Reserve on Caballo Street, on the border of Rouse Hill and Beaumont Hills.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the boy died at the scene due to his injuries.</span></div></div><div><div id="adspot-mobile-medium"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Today, the parents of Lucas issued a statement honouring the 17-year-old's legacy.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/sydney-school-death-stabbing-rouse-hill/8fe2e9b7-77f0-40fe-be74-1508eddfec05" rel="" target="" title="Teen charged with murder over fatal stabbing of 17-year-old near Sydney school"><strong><span>Teen charged with murder over fatal stabbing of 17-year-old near Sydney school</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>There are no words to express the pain our family is going through. No parent should ever have to bury their child.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>We want Lucas to be remembered as a social, fun, loving, sporty and loyal young man. His radiant smile could light up any room. Sport was a big part of his life in particular soccer and tennis, and we are so grateful he had the chance to celebrate this year a championship victory with his teammates from the Quakers Hill Tigers soccer club.</span></em></div></div><div><div class="OUTBRAIN" data-reactroot="" data-src="//www.9news.com.au/national/family-of-teen-fatally-stabbed-issues-statement/94216c5a-0547-4c2c-b696-d46b67351ef0" data-widget-id="AR_5"></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/accused-teen-killer-to-spend-christmas-behind-bars/84b0a146-4970-4b9d-83fc-75a9b5ec239d" rel="" target="" title="'I stabbed another boy': Teenager accused of fatal stabbing to stay behind bars"><strong><span>'I stabbed another boy': Teenager accused of fatal stabbing to stay behind bars</span></strong></a><strong><span></span></strong></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>The vigil on 26 November showed us just how much Lucas was loved and how many lives he touched. Thank you to everyone young and parents who came to pay their respects and honour his memory.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>The response from the community, friends, and colleagues has been overwhelming. Your support, generosity, and compassion have carried us through these difficult days, and we are deeply grateful.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>We would also like to acknowledge:</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>• Lucas' friend, who was with him during the attack and made the hardest phone call of his young life. Such bravery deserves recognition.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>• The ladies who rushed to Lucas' aid without hesitation and stayed with him until paramedics arrived.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>• The paramedics, who did everything possible to save Lucas' life.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>• The police force, who have supported our family from day one and continue working tirelessly to bring justice for Lucas.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><strong><span>READ MORE:</span></strong><span> </span><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/sydney-royal-easter-show-stabbing-death/92f7854c-0ef0-48cf-adac-59324a36804b" rel="" target="" title="'Impulsive' teen cleared of Easter show stabbing murder"><strong><span>'Impulsive' teen cleared of Easter show stabbing murder</span></strong></a></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>Violence is never the answer. We hope that Lucas' death will not be in vain and that young people will come together, support each other, and speak up.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>This has understandably been a traumatic and emotional time for our family. While the court's process is underway, our family requests privacy at this time and will not be conducting media interviews.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>Forever in our hearts, our beautiful Lucas. Your light will continue to shine through the love and memories you've left behind.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>Lucas' legacy reminds us to support one another, speak up, and choose peace over violence.</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><em><span>LLL</span></em></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder and will spend Christmas behind bars following the alleged attack.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><span>Police said the 15-year-old boy presented himself to a police station with his parents.</span></div></div><div class="block-content"><div class="styles__Container-sc-1ylecsg-0 goULFa"><a href="https://www.9news.com.au/national/how-to-follow-9news-digital/29855bb1-ad3d-4c38-bc25-3cb52af1216f"><em><strong><span>DOWNLOAD THE 9NEWS APP</span></strong></em></a><em><strong><span>: Stay across all the latest in breaking news, sport, politics and the weather via our news app and get notifications sent straight to your smartphone. 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