Melbourne mourns victims of the Bourke Street rampage

Tributes have begun to flow for victims of the horrific Bourke Street rampage.

Five people have lost their lives.

Hospitals treated over 30 other people injured during the incident.

Bouquets of flowers, in the hundreds, have been placed at the GPO building on the corner of Bourke and Elizabeth streets.

Almost $700,000 has been raised for victims, so far.

You can donate HERE

10-year-old Thalia Hakin was one of the victims, she has been described as ‘happy and bubbly’.

10-year-old Thalia Hakin. Photo: Fairfax Media

The three-month-old baby has been named as Zachary Bryant.

Zara and Zachary Bryant.

Zachary’s two-year-old sister Zara was also injured in the incident.

Their parents released a statement remembering the young boy as a ‘beautiful, loving, happy and perfect little baby’.

22-year-old Jess Mudie and 33-year-old Matthew Si were also among those killed.

A statement was released by Jess Mudie’s family:

‘…You will always be a part of us and are one of the strongest people we know. We are constantly inspired by your love for everyone around you and the lengths you will go to for the people you love.’

Victims of the Bourke St rampage, Jess Mudie and Matthew Si.

Matthews family say he was a devoted husband and a loving father, brother and son.

‘…The family would like to thank everyone who helped Matt at the scene and did their best to save him.’

A fund has been established for the victims, you can donate HERE.

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BOURKE STREET VIGIL AT FEDERATION SQUARE

Thousands gather at Federation Square to pay their respects. Photo: 3AW

Melbourne student Henry Dow reflects on the scenes he faced during Friday’s rampage.

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