Brief
Fundraiser launched for family of Vancouver pedestrian killed in September
Friends and relatives have raised over $10,000 to bring the victim’s remains home after a late‑night collision.
By Felo News Desk · Published
A GoFundMe page has been created to help the family of a pedestrian killed in Vancouver on Sept. 28 raise money to repatriate his remains, Daily Hive reported.
What happened
According to a Vancouver Police Department release, the 27‑year‑old pedestrian was struck while crossing Granville Street and West 52nd Avenue at about 1:10 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 28. He was treated at the scene and later died in hospital. Police said the driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
What the reports add
The article identifies the victim as Jose Francisco Quispe Llancay, known as “Cisco,” based on family confirmation. The fundraiser, organized by Alexa Vidal on behalf of Roge Jessanee Dela Cruz, aims to cover the cost of repatriating Cisco’s body, a target of $12,000. At the time of reporting the campaign had raised more than $10,000.
What was said
Vidal wrote on the GoFundMe page, “With heavy hearts, we are asking for your support following the tragic and unexpected passing of Cisco, RJay’s beloved husband.” She told Daily Hive that Cisco was “a bright, gentle, and incredibly caring person” and that the family hopes to discuss safety improvements at the unmarked crosswalk with city transportation staff.
How it came about
Cisco arrived in Canada from Lima, Peru, as an international student about five years ago and was pursuing a health‑care career. He and RJay had been married for eight months and planned a trip to Alberta the week after the accident. The fundraiser reflects the family’s effort to manage the emotional and financial burden of the loss.
Key facts
- The pedestrian fatality occurred at Granville Street and West 52nd Avenue on Sept. 28 at about 1:10 a.m. (dailyhive.com)
- The victim has been identified by family as Jose Francisco Quispe Llancay, known as “Cisco”. (dailyhive.com)
- A GoFundMe campaign seeks $12,000 to repatriate Cisco’s remains and had raised over $10,000 at the time of reporting. (dailyhive.com)
- Cisco arrived from Lima, Peru, as an international student five years ago and was studying health care. (dailyhive.com)
- Police say the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating; investigators are asking for CCTV or dash‑cam footage. (dailyhive.com)
Sources
- [1] dailyhive.com — originally reported as “Family of pedestrian killed in Vancouver launches fundraiser to bring body home | Daily Hive | News”
