A childhood friend / boyfriend from my teenage years passed away this week in tragic circumstances and news of his death has unfortunately circulated on social media.
An old friend, somebody who knew him only through me, is sharing things and writing emotional attention seeking statuses about being gutted, in shock and the rest of it.
As usual they have the nosy people commenting asking if they're ok and to inbox them. Etc
AIBU to think this is a gross disrespect to not only the deceased young man but to his family aswell? Why do people do this shit.
I knew him very well and have posted absolutely sod all, because I don't want to ride on the coat tails of an awful, tragic event.
I have privately contacted his family to express my condolences.
I've unfollowed this person as the urge to give them a piece of my mind is strong.