Family Calls for Action After Bullying Tragedy Claims Life of 10-Year-Old Autumn Bushman
The death of Autumn Bushman, a 10-year-old girl from Roanoke, has sparked national attention and renewed concern about bullying, children’s mental health, and the responsibility of schools and communities to protect vulnerable students.
Autumn, described by her family as vibrant, kind, and fearless, died in March 2025 after struggling for months with persistent bullying at school. Her parents say her story reflects a wider crisis affecting many children who suffer in silence.Family
Today, her family is using their grief to urge parents, educators, and policymakers to take earlier and stronger action.
