26-04-2025
Online fundraiser supports family after teen's e-bike accident
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — A GoFundMe continues to raise money for the family of the teenager who died from his injuries after hitting a pickup truck while riding an e-bike on Saturday, April 19.
Eric Kizis, a friend of Lucas Saurbaugh and his family, started a fundraiser on the morning of Easter Sunday to support the Saurbaugh family after Lucas' passing. Kizis expressed heartbreak and sadness over the incident and reflected on the community's support for helping the family and honoring Lucas.
Teen on e-bike hits truck and dies from injuries
'We live in a community where sometimes things go south, and when they do, we have good people who bond together or band together and try to take care of those who are hurting,' Kizis said.
While the initial goal of the fundraiser was to raise $15,000, Kizis said he had to adjust the amount due to the influx of donations that was coming in within the first hour. The current goal is set at $55,000.
According to Kizis, plans are in the works for the Corning Painted Post Little League to hold a barbecue fundraiser for the Saurbaugh family. 18 News reached out to the league president Bryant Dillon for comment and have not yet heard back. Anybody who wants to donate can click here.
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