Coffs Harbour: Heartbroken family of surfer stabbed to death at dawn break ... trends now
The devastated family of a murdered young surfer who was stabbed multiple times in an early morning attack at a popular NSW beach have broken their silence.
Kye Schaefer, 21, was fatally stabbed in the neck and chest after leaving the surf at Park Beach on Ocean Parade in Coffs Harbour around 6.40am last Thursday.
He was transported to hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
Now his sister Mimi has spoken out to thank the first responders who fought to try to save her brother's life and the local community which has rallied around the family.
In a touching message, she told them: 'Tragedy can only be healed with love.'
She added: 'We would like to thank all involved on Thursday, our community went above and beyond to help our Kye.
'We will never forget the love and kindness we have been surrounded in since.
'Words cannot express the heartfelt gratitude we have for all the dedicated emergency and medical professionals.'
The devastated family of a murdered young surfer who was stabbed multiple times in an early morning attack at a popular NSW beach have broken their silence. (Kye Schaefer is pictured with his sister Mimi)
Kye Schaefer (pictured) was fatally stabbed in the neck and chest after leaving the surf at Park Beach on Ocean Parade in Coffs Harbour last Thursday.
In the online update, Ms Schaefer encouraged those struggling to get through the trauma of the murder to seek support.
'We would also like to ask that if you are feeling anger and frustration, please reach out to your family, a mate or a community service for support,' she said.
On Tuesday, police revealed they had stepped up the hunt for Mr Schaefer's killer and were keen to find a man seen cycling near the scene.
Homicide detectives have now set up Strike Force Kooringaroo to find the killer.
'As investigation continue, strike force detectives are appealing to identify a man riding a bicycle in the area at the time of the incident,' said a spokesman.
'Detectives
