In a heartbreaking turn of events, social media influencer Veruca Salt, known in real life as Kimberley Summer Hartley, is grieving the loss of her son, Cash Harrison Stirling, just a little over one month after his birth. The 25-year-old Australian resident took to her social media platforms to share the devastating news with her followers.
In an emotional Instagram Story post, Salt expressed her grief, stating, 'It is with a heavy heart that I'm writing this. My baby died in his sleep on Monday morning.' She further revealed that an autopsy is set to be performed, although she expressed doubts about ever receiving a definite answer regarding the cause of her son's passing.
Cash Harrison Stirling was born on December 19, 2023, filling Salt's life with joy and anticipation. However, her world was shattered when she discovered her baby had passed away.
Salt took to TikTok to share her pain with her followers as well. In a video, she could be seen tearfully covering her face, accompanied by the words, 'I'm sorry, there's nothing else we can do.' Her comment section overflowed with messages of support from fans, demonstrating the outpouring of compassion and empathy towards the grieving mother.
The influencer decided to speak out about her loss after receiving comments on her social media posts, with individuals unaware of the tragedy wishing her well for the future stages of her baby's life. Acknowledging the confusion and pain caused by these comments, Salt explained, 'I'm just saying this because people are still commenting on my TikToks saying how happy I look with him and 'just wait for the toddler stage' and stuff, and I really can't take it anymore.'
Salt's journey into motherhood had been extensively documented on her social media channels. From sharing pregnancy updates to posting prized moments with Cash, she poured her heart into showcasing the love she felt for her baby boy. Just one day after his arrival, Salt released a touching video of herself cradling Cash, accompanied by the words, 'Experiencing the purest form of love all because the world didn't end when I was 17.' The joy and excitement of becoming a mother was palpable in her posts.
News.com.au reports that Salt had been working as a sex worker since the age of 18 and had turned to platforms like OnlyFans for financial stability. However, her focus had shifted entirely towards her son since his birth, with Cash frequently making appearances on her TikTok as she eagerly embraced her new role as a mother.
The Queensland police are currently investigating Cash's passing, even though preliminary findings do not point to any suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. Gold Coast police superintendent Craig Hanlon expressed his condolences, saying, 'It's obviously a tragic situation, and our hearts go out to the mother and the family.' The police await the results of the autopsy to shed further light on this tragedy and provide some closure to Salt and her loved ones.
The loss of a child is an indescribable sorrow, and Veruca Salt is bravely sharing her pain with her followers. It is essential to offer her support and understand the weight of her grief during this harrowing time.
