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Freeport teen living in UK fatally stabbed in dispute

Authorities in the UK say that Syed Hussain-Kazi stabbed 19-year-old Sachin Hawkins earlier this week.

News 12 Staff

Nov 17, 2023, 4:27 PM

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A Freeport teen who was living in the United Kingdom was fatally stabbed over a disagreement about music, the victim's mom confirmed.

Authorities in the UK say that Syed Hussain-Kazi stabbed 19-year-old Sachin Hawkins earlier this week.

Hussain-Kazi has been charged with murder and was remanded into custody.

Hawkins graduated from Freeport High School and wanted to be a special education teacher.

Freeport Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham issued a statement saying, "We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Sachin Hawkins, a truly wonderful human being, a gentle giant in every sense, not just in stature but in his kind and compassionate nature. He was studying abroad pursuing his beautiful dream of becoming a special education teacher, a testament to his caring spirit and desire to serve. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this sad and incredibly difficult time. As a school community, we will come together to support his family and friends and offer counseling services to those who may need them during this time."

A GoFundMe page was started to help the family.

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