“On the days that I don’t think about my brother, I feel guilty. On the days that I do think about my brother, I feel broken. There is no peace.” Heart-wrenching, omg.

She cries often. I feel so bad that she was assigned this case. I know it hurts her to even sit beside that POS and to represent him.

My youngest brother died by suicide almost a year ago, and this testimony felt like I could've written it. Sending hugs. It doesn't get easier, you just get through it.

My youngest brother died when he was 19. I was 25. I am 47 now and it still hurts every day. I pray for peace for her.

This isn’t the first time she has cried from a family member’s impact statement and one of the gentlemen who are on his defense team I’ve seen also cry. I feel bad that they are defending him.

4:21 “On the days I don’t think about my brother, I feel guilty. On the days I do think about him, I feel broken. There is no peace.” Wow. Incredibly poignant and sharp words from this brilliant young woman.

As much as we might hate perpetrators, defense attorneys' responsibility is to protect the Constitution by protecting our Constitutional rights. They are a vital part of the justice portion of our criminal justice system and it's touching to see their humanity.

“There is no peace”. Many of us know that feeling when we wrestle with losing someone in our lives without any kind of closure. It is a horrible feeling.

I lost my 11 year old daughter a few years ago. There is no peace, no normal. Life is lived with the acute awareness that your child is missing from every aspect of your continued existence. These parents heartache is something no one can imagine. The war they wage behind their eyes will go unnoticed. And they will suffer in silence, and alone. Oh what a terrible fate life has dealt these poor parents. How I wish I could wipe away their pain.

My sister was murdered by a man with a gun. Her words made me cry and think about my dead sister. Rest in peace to all the victims of this very sad tragedy.

If an explanation of how one feels after losing a loved one, Abby, you have put feelings into words perfectly. My heart breaks for you, your family and all the families hurting from this tragedy. May the injected poison or electrical shower that Cruz will endure bring you some comfort as you heal.

I lost my sister in 2014. I went to therapy because I was having trouble coping with my best friend being gone & multiple therapists told me that death is something we can't cope with & don't have to. The pain stays the same. Worse when they aren't there for a milestone...

My heart is with you. My baby brother was murdered by a gunman 17 years ago. He was released on a technicality. We had no justice. My heart has cried for every one of you.

I lost my 18 year old son in 2015 to murder. So much of what she says hits me because I feel the same. I refer to my son as being present but deceased. Nothing about my life today is normal and never will be.

The purest words I ever spoke were as a 6 year old trying to deal with the loss of a friend. I had written in a class that "I wanted to forget him" and when my teacher asked "don't you mean remember?", I responded with "no, it's too painful to remember", and my teacher broke down in tears.

I lost my little brother to brain cancer and she hit every nail on the head . It's been 3 years for me and that trauma never goes away. I pray for all these families , especially the siblings . We highlight the parents which is expected but losing a younger sibling is so unnatural as well.

It's really sad when the perps lawyer cries, defending the indefensible. I lost my only sibling, a brother. I thought I would never laugh again.

As someone who tragically lost someone it is a wound that does not close and sometimes I don't understand why life is so unfair with good people 💔 I'm so sorry and karma exists for this monster.

Reading all these comments is hard. My brother has overdosed 6 times in my life. I’m so glad he’s here and doing better. For all you who have lost someone to early I wish I could do something for but I can’t. I am so sorry for your losses and I hope that maybe one day things will get better. Much love from New Hampshire❤️

Abby, I am so touched by your victim impact statement. You are able to articulate in a way that many of us can relate to. This is evidenced by the lead Defense Attorney for NC being brought to uncontrollable tears as you spoke. Abbey, you honor Luke in an amazing & touching way. Thank you for sharing a bit of him with us. I pray that you know God's loving arms as Luke does. 🙏

This has destroyed these families. When my cousin was stabbed to death 32 times my mothers sister never got over it. She was put in a psych ward and died 2 yrs later from a broken heart. I dont think anyone can ever get over burrying a child. What a piece of $hit this cruz kid is for this . 🙏🏻🙏🏽🙏🏾🙏🏿🙏

By the looks of her, she looks so successful, strong, pretty and doesn't have a single problem in the world. Crazy what we humans can have going on in our minds and bodies while looking perfectly okay. What a tough human.

When your attorney cries over things you've done, you are S-C-R-E-W-E-D

It’s good to see that the legal team cries when family and friends share statements. The lady sitting directly next to him has cried several times and I can’t help but find that beautiful to see. The pain and humanity ❤️ I hope that Cruz feels uncomfortable with his legal team crying.

i just lost my brother to cancer and feel the same way she feels. the pain doesn't go away.

I have a younger brother and this testimony hurt me. I can’t imagine the pain of losing a brother and I hope I don’t,anytime soon.

I lost my brother when I was 9 he was 11. I will always treasure the memories we had.

How could someone not cry at such words with the deepest of meaning !!!! 😞😢

Listened to this at work, tried so hard not to cry. I BAWLED my eyes out hearing their fathers statement. Just so sad, I am sorry 💔

So brave, sweet girl. I'm so sorry. My heart breaks for your loss. And no, this is NOT normal.

I want to hug this attorney. It must be very difficult to represent someone you loath

Their 'little trio'. That made me, a, 57 year old guy break down. This poor girl and her brother and Luke obviously thrived and loved life because they were going through life together, sharing experiences and guiding each other. That 3 has become 2 and their World has collapsed. I am certain they will pick up the pieces, carry on and make a success of their lives for the memory of Luke.

I am so heartbroken. I just can’t imagine losing my brothers to this horrible and cruel situation. I pray for my brothers now when they go off to school, hoping they still come back home all the time. I always tell them to always be careful, and I cannot imagine the pain this young lady is going through. My thoughts are with you and your family!! It is so hard to lose a sibling and as an older sister I can relate. They’re not just our siblings but our best friends who have watched us grow up and for them to see how far we have come in our lives, in hopes of paving the way and guiding them to be the best adults they can be. A sister’s love will always be the most gentle, kind, sweet and nurturing, next to the mother’s of course. Luke was so blessed to have you in his life. Stay strong. Love and blessings to you ❤️

As someone who lost my sister as a child, I can feel her pain. Sending her love from an unknown stranger who knows what it’s like. ❤️

This one hits me hard, I as well have two brothers and I couldn’t imagine not having my younger brother in our own trio. Sending all of my love and condolences to her and her family.

Has the killer even cried once other than about himself 😒

Man…. This really breaks my heart… RIP to all the victims and their families!!!! The killer must get death penalty

Bless your heart, young lady. I'm so sorry your brother was taken from you and your family. It was heartbreaking when she said that now she only has one brother, and that her brother no longer has a brother. How tragic life is. How sad and tragic it is all by itself. Then man chooses to make it devastating and tragic by his actions against his very own brother.

This young lady is well spoken and versed. She couldn’t have describe her family’s lost any better. May she, her family and the rest of these family’s who have lost their child have peace after this. 😢❤

Any human that doesn’t react this way. Isn’t human

What a sister. I thought you could see some comfort there on her parents' faces after that.

I also lost my younger brother due to a motorcycle accident. It is heart wrenching and changes the entire trajectory of your life.

Why are they still in the court room???? Why is this being dragged out so long. This is so traumatizing that they have to relive this over and over. Is he getting the death penalty yet or not?!

What a beautiful statement. I pray for all of these families who were effected by this.

The defense lawyers have cried during ALL of the families impact statements, it's showing that the carnage Cruz caused was devastating.

Every young person who spoke showed us adults how much we lose over our older years. The strength I have seen here warms my heart because I see hope in our future again. You all are such an inspiration and example of what so many of us have lost sight of in ourselves and others. I thank u for showing me what I feared didn't exist anymore. You are all my heroes. I pray u all stay strong in ur lives and God guides you every step of the way. I'm humbled. Ty

I also have 2 little brothers and this made me cry so much. I can’t imagine one of them dying. Im so so sorry for your loss.

I have followed this trail for quite awhile now, and listened to all the families impact letters and well…….this one I felt on a different level💔from a only girl with brothers I felt this so much and how life would & could never be my “normal” without one of mine! I’m so so sorry any one person has to feel the level of hurt after each of these innocent lives were so, each of you remain in so many of our prayers🙏🏻

This is sad and heartbreaking. The devastation this defendant has caused is beyond horrific. She said it all. Now, may justice be served in Full. I pray for you and your family.

Very brave and wonderful sister! Your words are very powerful the love for your brother is very real.. so sorry for your loss.

Heart wrenching. This makes me cry for my little brother. I would lose it if anything ever happened to him. I usually am not one to like the death penalty just because there could be a chance of innocence, but for crimes like this. There is no innocence. No humanity. People like that don't deserve life.

*My brain can't come up with words for what my heart feels for these families. AND for the loss of 17 people I would loved to have known. And for what might have been.* 🙏❤️

I lost my big brother to a drug overdose last year and what she said about feeling guilty on the days you don't remember them is so true. Also replaying all the times you hurt them in some stupid silly way and wishing you could see them one more time and tell them you love them. My brother's death is what brought me to God, because I need to believe I will see him again in the afterlife. It's the only thing that eases the pain a bit.

This young woman has a fine way with words. The way she delivered them right at that monster showed courage... Though he himself didn't have courage enough to catch her glare! Nor did I expect him to either. Bless the memory of all the victims, and here's hoping this horrific event will springboard changes to protect the next generation., because every child should be able to go to school without fear... much less risk of gun violence.

So powerful. So emotional. I have a 14 month old and just the thought of losing her brings tears.

I couldn't fathom being in the same room as the person who killed my sibling.

Powerful message of love and pain for her brother

This hurts insanely to listen to, absolutely heartbreaking. Now imagine the pain of this poor girl, her family, and ALL of the families and friends of the victims. Dear God help them all

What an incredible and strong young woman. I could not have spoken with such control and passion as she did.

Very brave of that young lady to keep her composure while talking about her brother.

After all of this, Cruz still didn’t get handed the death penalty due to one juror. Absolutely disgusting.

I’m sooo sorry to all the families 😢 this is heart breaking 💔

Only ONE person from his defense team cried. The woman closest to the court camera.

Abby, I feel heartbroken for you❤️ I can't even begin to imagine what you and your family are going through every day.

I lost my father recently after having a falling out with him and not speaking to him for awhile I'll always always blame myself and wish it was me that went or that I was there to try and save him be careful out there everyone

Beautiful words, such a brave and smart young lady. So sorry for your horrible loss

When I saw this one it hit me for a different reason. I struggle with depression daily. Hourly. By the minute at times. And a lot of my thoughts are about after I’m dead. Like will I cause my family to become more distant? Or could it force them to come together and appreciate the importance of family. But then I think of my sister. I think of her being the one to stop my mom and dad from blaming each other. I see her being stronger than most. But I can see her break down like she did. Idk. It actually made me cry for multiple reasons but that was the main one. I truly haven’t cried in years. And pls don’t worry or feel the need to say I’ll be okay. Those sort of comments make me only feel worse because I don’t really like attention. But if you feel the need to say it, I totally understand. Just know I’ve taken the steps to get help and I’m as optimistic as I can be! I guess I’m saying this as a reminder to realize at crucial times - it all can be over. This goes to siblings who may be mad at each other over something so small. Parents who may have kids acting out (find out why). Anyone who hasn’t spoke to family in years. Or friends who may be distant over a disagreement. Idk I feel what I said sounds kinda corny and dumb but felt the need to.

so sad 😞

His attorneys have cried when listening to each and everyone of the victim impact statements! Only an evil heartless bastard like Nick Cruz could listen and NOT cry!

ugh as someone with two siblings, it made me cry thinking about having to experience the same thing. God bless her i really hope she finds peace and comfort

There’s a quote I keep seeing and it goes “ and now I will have to love you for longer than I’ve known you” this quote really hits deep and I feel it’s relevant for many of these family’s. Rest In Peace Luke. 🤍

I should not have clicked on this. I'm bawling my eyes out. My goodness this is so heartbreaking. God bless those victims families!!!

We should all, not only be praying for the victims, but for the murder’s lawyers - you know they are struggling, you can see it in their body language

Heart-wrenching!

I personally don’t think I could ever defend this kind of person as an attorney. I would just be so disgusted hearing what he did to all of those children and to be on the side of him would absolutely disgust me.

He's enjoying this and I hope everyone knows and understands this.

I don't have words to respond to this heartbreaking loss. I am so very sorry for each person who lost a precious loved one in this senseless mass murder.

I am heartbroken for all the victims families😥sending you all alot of strength and love 🙏💖🧸👼

This is heartbreaking 💔

I don't know how someone could just go out and hurt so many people. I get a lot of bullying, even as an adult but I don't think of going out and hurting a bunch of people. However, with that said, it should be obvious that not everyone reacts the same way. People should really try to be nicer to each other. If you don't like someone don't try and be friends, don't try and hangout, fine. But to just bully someone makes them part of the problem as well. There is no justification for what he did but you have to step back and think.. if he had not been bullied would this have still happened? Maybe.. maybe not.. but regardless, it wouldn't have made things worse.

Listening to her made my heart hurt.

This is really heartbreaking . Rip Luke .

What a powerful speech left me in tears Just watching it on my phone

You know it's over for him when his defense starts crying.

GOD BLESS HER and HER FAMILY. Peace, Lynne🍃💜🍃

I know your brother is not here physically but he is in your heart forever!!!! I know you miss your brother. He is always in your heart. My grandparents passed away & I miss them terribly. But I know I carry them in my heart. Your brother will always love you & look down from heaven and wait until you live a good long life & be successful. He wants you to be strong!!!!! My prayers are with you.... Be strong & do good in life!!! Be positive & work hard to become successful in life. That is what your brother wants you to do. May God bless you & protect you.

So heartbreaking 💔

May the soul of our beloved Luke Hoyer rest in peace with the Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

*A reminder to those scrolling through the comments below* : DONT FEED THE TROLLS! You just acknowledge the dumb ignorant comment they make and they have won. That's all they want. Acknowledgment that they exist. Don't give it to them! Just ignore the comment and move on.

So heartbreaking. No words

Losing your loved one can effect your life, I lost a loved one 2 years ago, and developed an illness and depression, still fighting through it each day. Poor girl is living through it and it's not easy.

Your life is not normal Abby but the world shares your pain and knows who made it abnormal ,if there is any justice in this world and although it will not bring Luke back. That justice will be served.

I lost my older brother to car accident and I understand the pain of loosing your sibling. I bet loosing your sibling to senseless school shooting is worse pain because it shouldn't have happened at all.

So heartbreaking

Death hurts. And especially when it’s so unpredictable. I lost my little cousin who just had turned 16 to gun violence. He didn’t even get to see what life really was. He didn’t get to experience true love or have kids. He didn’t get to walk across the stage or go to college. So knowing that someone can be taken away in a snap is the saddest thing bc so many things are still undone & closure is so hard to find.

One of the most powerful statements I’ve ever heard

Its so easy for us to turn this off and go on with our lives.We have no idea how lucky we are and how these families are so ruined because of this.

What a sweetheart…love to her,her family and all families affected by this lowlife x

My sister died when I was 17 and she was 19, and this girl's testimony feels like something I would say. I wonder what kind of a person my sister would be if she had gotten to grow older more and more as time passes. I find myself more grateful for my surviving sibling. Its been almost ten years now; the pain dulls, but it never goes away. I remember to spend time with the people in my life I have now, but won't have forever. I wish I could have had more time with her 💔

Gosh this is heart breaking 💔