The Courier & Advertiser (Angus and Dundee)
Family of boy, 7, killed in terror attack pay tribute
Relatives say they were ‘blessed’ to have had him
The family of a seven-year-old boy killed in the Barcelona terror attack have said they were blessed to have had him in their lives.
Julian Cadman, a dual BritishAustralian national, became separated from his mother in the massacre on Las Ramblas that left 13 dead and at least 120 injured.
In the aftermath of the attack, Julian’s relatives urged people to share a photograph of him on Facebook as fears for his safety grew.
Confirming his death yesterday, his family said: “Julian was a much-loved and adored member of our family.
“As he was enjoying the sights of Barcelona with his mother, Julian was sadly taken from us.
“He was so energetic, funny and cheeky, always bringing a smile to our faces.
“We are so blessed to have had him in our lives and will remember his smiles and hold his memory dear to our hearts.
“We would like to thank all those who helped us in searching for Julian. Your kindness was incredible during a difficult time.
“We also acknowledge we are not the only family to be affected by the events, our prayers and thoughts are with all people affected.”
Julian’s father and grandmother travelled to Spain from Australia following the atrocity, and his grandfather Tony Cadman was among those urging people to share a photograph on Facebook. In the photograph, Julian is wearing a jumper with a crest that says Chiddingstone Nursery, a nursery school in Kent.
On Saturday, the Philippines’ government said a seven-year-old child missing was the son of a 43-year-old Filipino woman who had been living in Australia.
An official said the woman was with her son in Barcelona to attend a cousin’s wedding, and said the woman, who was seriously injured, became separated from her child in the attack, and that her British husband was heading to Barcelona to try to find his son.