The Denver Nuggets, who are competing for the NBA championship in the postseason, keep Nikola Jokic busy. However, there was a mishap in Serbia’s capital. A gunshot event happened about 200 kilometers from Nikola’s hometown of Sombor. Eight pupils and a security officer were all pronounced deceased as a result of the incident that occurred in an elementary school.
Everyone has been stunned by the occurrence, including Jokic, who has discussed it and expressed sympathy for the families of the victims. Additionally, he has demonstrated his support for young people who are experiencing mental health issues. The shooting was carried out by a 13-year-old child, who ultimately killed 9 people, which is awful. Following the tragic occurrence, 6 kids and a teacher have also been taken to the hospital.
I m really sorry for everything families are going through It s Serbia, it never happened before People, kids, they all have some problems We need to take care of everybody.
Nikola Jokic on the Belgrade shooting.
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Jokic expressed his regret for the event by saying, “I’m really sorry about that with everything, but the family is going through something you know you don’t want to hear about it.” When Nikola Jokic learned the news, he was in shock. He is surprised by the incident that took place in Serbia.To be very honest, I was shocked since it was a Serbian and it had never happened before, Jokic continued.
The two-time MVP offers assistance in understanding what the 13-year-old must be going through. The young boy must be experiencing some sort of stress because of his aggressive acts.Everybody, including children, has issues with their friends or other people. So we must care for everyone, Jokic acknowledged. Jokic offered advice on how to approach someone after hearing the upsetting news by enquiring about their day and any concerns they may have. to make sure everything is well with them.
Luka Doncic pledges to cover the cost of funeral services and grief counseling
Serbia has several NBA players, including Nikola Jokic.Slovenian-born Luka Doncic also has family ties to Serbia. Many of Sasha, Luka’s Serbian father, and his family reside in Belgrade as well. Doncic has vowed to help the victims of the shooting spree.Through my foundation, I am looking at both short-term and long-term options for helping the Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School victims—students, staff, and families.
Belgrade, I support and stand with you all during this difficult time. Through @LD77Foundation I am exploring both immediate and long-term ways to support the students, faculty, and families affected by the shooting at the Vladislav Ribnikar Elementary School.
Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) May 4, 2023
Doncic has promised to cover the expense of the funeral services as well as grief counseling for the employees and kids.Doncic stated, “My thoughts are with the families and the entire community affected by this tragedy.” The shooter’s motivation is yet unknown, according to BBC News, and the 13-year-old has been taken into custody by the authorities. Due to the fact that the guns were licensed in his name, no charges have yet been brought against the perpetrator’s father.
