May 21st 2024.
A family in Perth is still struggling with the loss of a beloved young woman, and now they have been dealt another heartbreaking blow. Teagen Ferguson, who suffered from a catastrophic brain injury for 15 years, passed away from her injuries inflicted by her own father, Terrence Bice. It has been four years since her tragic death, and her sister Courtney still remembers her as a monster who terrorized her as a child.
Bice's actions were unforgivable. He threw his own daughter to the ground as a toddler, causing her severe injuries because she wouldn't stop crying. Despite Teagen's battle with 16 chronic disorders, she managed to survive for 15 years, always with a smile on her face. Her sister Courtney fondly recalls her contagious laughter, even at the smallest things like hiccups and sneezes.
Bice was sentenced to 4½ years in jail for manslaughter, but this does little to ease the pain for Teagen's family. To make matters worse, their mother Kristy Ferguson passed away from cancer just two weeks after Bice's sentencing. This has left Courtney without her sister and now her mother, making it a traumatic and difficult time for her. Their aunt Tanya Fogarty shares that the loss of her sister and her child has completely destroyed Courtney.
Bice is set to be released on parole after serving only 2½ years of his sentence, which has left the family feeling angry and confused. The review board has not given any explanation for their decision, leaving the family feeling even more frustrated. Bice has been convicted and jailed twice for his actions, but it still doesn't feel like justice has been served. The family believes that he has not spent enough time behind bars for the life he took away from Teagen.
Courtney shares that Bice didn't just destroy Teagen's life, but he also destroyed hers. She has set up a GoFundMe page to help her heal from the trauma and rely on her sister's strength. Despite everything she went through, Teagen never gave up and always fought with a smile on her face. The family hopes to honor her memory by seeking justice and support for Courtney.
If you or someone you know is struggling with sexual assault or domestic violence, support is available from the National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT. Let's come together as a community to support and protect those who are vulnerable.
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