Lamont, a homeless father of two, has sadly taken his own life after being publicly humiliated online by the mother of his children. The heartbreaking incident has shaken many and highlights the urgent need for compassion, mental health support, and dignity—especially for Black fathers facing hardship.
The night before his passing, Lamont was caring for his two young children. When a friend who usually helped couldn’t take them in and their mother failed to return, he was left with no choice but to sleep outside with his children. His young son reportedly suffered painful mosquito bites during the night.
Already battling depression, Lamont saw a series of cruel Facebook posts calling him a “bad father.” The public shaming deeply affected him, leaving him feeling hopeless and broken.
Before taking his life, Lamont left one final message for his children:
Let Lamont’s story be a reminder to extend kindness, offer support, and choose empathy over shame.
