Hailey Petee - bullied to death in Ohio

Hailey Petee, age 11, died on January 27, 2013, in her bedroom at her home in London, Ohio.

She had committed suicide. 

Hailey's family state that Hailey was bullied to death. She was a 5th grade student at London Elementary School. 

Family members stated that Hailey was not bullied on school grounds, but was tormented on the bus and sometimes around town by a group of middle school students. 

The bullying became so bad her mother was forced to make changes to her daughter's daily routine. She was transferred to a different bus and she wasn't allowed to go anywhere in town unless it was to a neighbor's or a friend's house. 

Since this tragedy came to light, many more students have claimed they have been bullied in the London School District.

Saint Jude, pray for Hailey

Some claim that Hailey's home life may have played a part in her decision to end her life. Hailey's mother, Melinda Groce, admits she is a recovering drug addict and has been in prison. However, she stated that she takes care of her kids. 

A friend of Hailey's who is also a victim of bullying stated "They harass me on the bus and at recess, whenever they get a chance to, even if we're just in a line or waiting to use the restroom." 

The superintendent of the London School District stated that “We do not turn a deaf ear on any bullying complaints. Some may be handled on an individual basis. If we have areas of improvement in our bullying policy, we are going to work on it."

Duh? No kidding, Sherlock. Get on the case. 

Hailey is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her mother, Melinda Groce.

God save the children from being tormented to death. Amen. 

Let us pray that Hailey Petee is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.